CVE-2023-0006: GlobalProtect App: Local File Deletion Vulnerability

Published Apr 12, 2023
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Updated

A local file deletion vulnerability in the Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect app on Windows devices enables a user to delete system files from the endpoint with elevated privileges through a race condition.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Palo Alto Networks Globalprotect Windows>=5.2.0<5.2.13
Palo Alto Networks Globalprotect Windows>=6.0.0<6.0.4
Palo Alto Networks Globalprotect Windows=6.1.0

Remediation

Information

This issue is fixed in GlobalProtect app 5.2.13, GlobalProtect app 6.0.4, GlobalProtect app 6.1.1, and all later GlobalProtect app versions on Windows devices.

Event History

Apr 12, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:41 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:41 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-0006?

CVE-2023-0006 is a local file deletion vulnerability in the Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect app on Windows devices.

2

How can a user exploit CVE-2023-0006?

A user can exploit CVE-2023-0006 by deleting system files from the endpoint with elevated privileges through a race condition.

3

Which versions of Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect app on Windows devices are affected by CVE-2023-0006?

CVE-2023-0006 affects Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect versions 5.2.0 to 5.2.13, 6.0.0 to 6.0.4, and 6.1.0.

4

What is the severity of CVE-2023-0006?

CVE-2023-0006 has a severity rating of 6.3, classified as medium.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-0006?

You can find more information about CVE-2023-0006 on the Palo Alto Networks website: [https://security.paloaltonetworks.com/CVE-2023-0006](https://security.paloaltonetworks.com/CVE-2023-0006)

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