CVE-2020-2006: PAN-OS: Buffer overflow in management server payload parser

Published May 13, 2020
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Updated

A stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability in the management server component of PAN-OS that allows an authenticated user to potentially execute arbitrary code with root privileges. This issue affects: All versions of PAN-OS 7.1 and 8.0; PAN-OS 8.1 versions earlier than 8.1.14.

Affected Software

3 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<=8.1.13

Remediation

Information

This issue is fixed in PAN-OS 8.1.14 and all later PAN-OS versions. 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. PAN-OS 7.1 is on extended support until June 30, 2020, and is only being considered for critical security vulnerability fixes.

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-2020-2006?

CVE-2020-2006 is classified as a critical severity vulnerability with a potential for arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-2006?

To remediate CVE-2020-2006, upgrade to PAN-OS 8.1.14 or later, or ensure you are running PAN-OS versions 8.0.20 or 7.1.26 or later.

3

Which versions of PAN-OS are affected by CVE-2020-2006?

CVE-2020-2006 affects all versions of PAN-OS 7.1, 8.0, and versions of PAN-OS 8.1 prior to 8.1.14.

4

Can CVE-2020-2006 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2020-2006 requires authentication for exploitation, meaning an authenticated user could potentially trigger the vulnerability.

5

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2020-2006?

Exploitation of CVE-2020-2006 could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code with root privileges on the affected PAN-OS management server.

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