CVE-2022-0015: Cortex XDR Agent: An Uncontrolled Search Path Element Leads to Local Privilege Escalation (PE) Vulnerability
A local privilege escalation (PE) vulnerability exists in the Palo Alto Networks Cortex XDR agent that enables an authenticated local user to execute programs with elevated privileges. This issue impacts: Cortex XDR agent 5.0 versions earlier than Cortex XDR agent 5.0.12; Cortex XDR agent 6.1 versions earlier than Cortex XDR agent 6.1.9.
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What is CVE-2022-0015?
CVE-2022-0015 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability in the Palo Alto Networks Cortex XDR agent that allows authenticated local users to execute programs with elevated privileges.
Which versions of the Cortex XDR agent are affected by CVE-2022-0015?
The Cortex XDR agent 5.0 versions earlier than Cortex XDR agent 5.0.12 and Cortex XDR agent 6.1 versions earlier than Cortex XDR agent 6.1.9 are affected by CVE-2022-0015.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-0015?
CVE-2022-0015 has a severity value of 7.8, indicating a high severity.
How can an authenticated local user exploit CVE-2022-0015?
An authenticated local user can exploit CVE-2022-0015 to execute programs with elevated privileges.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2022-0015?
Yes, a fix is available for CVE-2022-0015. Users should update their Cortex XDR agent to version 5.0.12 or later for Cortex XDR agent 5.0 versions, and version 6.1.9 or later for Cortex XDR agent 6.1 versions.