CVE-2020-1990: PAN-OS: Buffer overflow in the management server
A stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability in the management server component of PAN-OS allows an authenticated user to upload a corrupted PAN-OS configuration and potentially execute code with root privileges. This issue affects Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS 8.1 versions before 8.1.13; 9.0 versions before 9.0.7. This issue does not affect PAN-OS 7.1.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS (management server)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 8.1.13 - Upgrade
Upgrade
Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS (management server)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 9.0.7
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-1990?
CVE-2020-1990 is classified as a critical severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow code execution with root privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2020-1990?
To fix CVE-2020-1990, you should upgrade to Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS version 8.1.13 or higher, or 9.0.8 or higher.
Who is affected by CVE-2020-1990?
CVE-2020-1990 affects authenticated users of Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS versions prior to 8.1.13 and 9.0.7.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-1990?
CVE-2020-1990 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability in the management server component.
What can an attacker do exploiting CVE-2020-1990?
An attacker exploiting CVE-2020-1990 can potentially upload a corrupted configuration and execute arbitrary code on the device.