CVE-2020-2001: PAN-OS: Panorama External control of file vulnerability leads to privilege escalation

Published May 13, 2020
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Updated

An external control of path and data vulnerability in the Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS Panorama XSLT processing logic that allows an unauthenticated user with network access to PAN-OS management interface to write attacker supplied file on the system and elevate privileges. This issue affects: All PAN-OS 7.1 Panorama and 8.0 Panorama versions; PAN-OS 8.1 versions earlier than 8.1.12 on Panorama; PAN-OS 9.0 versions earlier than 9.0.6 on Panorama.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS>=7.1.0<=7.1.26
Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS>=8.0.0<=8.0.20
Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS>=8.1.0<8.1.12
Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS>=9.0.0<9.0.6

Remediation

Information

This issue is fixed in PAN-OS 8.1.12, PAN-OS 9.0.6, and all later PAN-OS versions. PAN-OS 7.1 is on extended support until June 30, 2020, and is only being considered for critical security vulnerability fixes. PAN-OS 8.0 is now end-of-life as of October 31, 2019, and is no longer covered by our Product Security Assurance policies.

Event History

May 13, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:07 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:07 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-2001?

CVE-2020-2001 has a critical severity rating due to the potential for remote file writing and elevated privileges.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-2001?

To fix CVE-2020-2001, upgrade your Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS to a version that is not vulnerable, specifically versions beyond 7.1.26, 8.0.20, or 8.1.12 for 8.1.x users.

3

Which versions of PAN-OS are affected by CVE-2020-2001?

CVE-2020-2001 affects PAN-OS versions 7.1.0 to 7.1.26, 8.0.0 to 8.0.20, 8.1.0 to 8.1.12, and 9.0.0 to 9.0.6.

4

Who can exploit CVE-2020-2001?

CVE-2020-2001 can be exploited by an unauthenticated user with network access to the PAN-OS management interface.

5

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2020-2001?

The potential impacts of CVE-2020-2001 include unauthorized file writing and privilege escalation, which could compromise the system's integrity.

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