CVE-2020-2012: PAN-OS: Panorama: XML external entity reference ('XXE') vulnerability leads the to information leak
First published: Wed May 13 2020(Updated: )
Improper restriction of XML external entity reference ('XXE') vulnerability in Palo Alto Networks Panorama management service allows remote unauthenticated attackers with network access to the Panorama management interface to read arbitrary files on the system. This issue affects: All versions of PAN-OS for Panorama 7.1 and 8.0; PAN-OS for Panorama 8.1 versions earlier than 8.1.13; PAN-OS for Panorama 9.0 versions earlier than 9.0.7.
Credit: psirt@paloaltonetworks.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
| Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS | >=9.0.0<9.0.7 |
Remedy
This issue is fixed in PAN-OS 8.1.13, PAN-OS 9.0.7, PAN-OS 9.1.0, 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-2012?
CVE-2020-2012 has a high severity rating due to the potential for remote unauthenticated attackers to read arbitrary files.
How do I fix CVE-2020-2012?
To fix CVE-2020-2012, upgrade Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS to a version later than 7.1.26, 8.0.20, 8.1.13, or 9.0.7.
What systems are affected by CVE-2020-2012?
CVE-2020-2012 affects multiple versions of Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS from 7.1.0 up to 9.0.7.
Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2020-2012?
No, CVE-2020-2012 allows remote unauthenticated attackers to exploit the vulnerability.
What kind of attacks can be performed using CVE-2020-2012?
CVE-2020-2012 can be exploited to read arbitrary files on the system, leading to potential data leaks.
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