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CVE-2023-3280: Cortex XDR Agent: Local Windows User Can Disable the Agent

First published: Wed Sep 13 2023(Updated: )

A problem with a protection mechanism in the Palo Alto Networks Cortex XDR agent on Windows devices allows a local user to disable the agent.

Credit: psirt@paloaltonetworks.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Palo Alto Networks Cortex XDR Agent>=5.0<=5.0.12.22203
Palo Alto Networks Cortex XDR Agent>=7.9.0<7.9.3
Palo Alto Networks Cortex XDR Agent>=7.9.0<7.9.101
Palo Alto Networks Cortex XDR Agent>=8.0.0<8.0.2
Palo Alto Networks Cortex XDR Agent=7.5.102
Microsoft Windows Operating System

Remedy

This issue is fixed in Cortex XDR agent 7.9.101-CE, Cortex XDR agent 7.9.3, Cortex XDR agent 8.0.2, and all later Cortex XDR agent versions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2023-3280?

    The severity of CVE-2023-3280 is medium, with a severity value of 5.5.

  • How does the vulnerability in CVE-2023-3280 affect Palo Alto Networks Cortex XDR Agent on Windows devices?

    The vulnerability in CVE-2023-3280 allows a local user to disable the Palo Alto Networks Cortex XDR Agent on Windows devices.

  • Which versions of Palo Alto Networks Cortex XDR Agent are affected by CVE-2023-3280?

    Versions 5.0 to 5.0.12.22203, 7.9.0 to 7.9.2, 7.9.0 to 7.9.100, and 8.0.0 to 8.0.1 of Palo Alto Networks Cortex XDR Agent are affected by CVE-2023-3280.

  • How can I fix the vulnerability in CVE-2023-3280?

    To fix the vulnerability in CVE-2023-3280, it is recommended to update Palo Alto Networks Cortex XDR Agent to a version that is not vulnerable.

  • Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-3280?

    You can find more information about CVE-2023-3280 at the following link: [CVE-2023-3280](https://security.paloaltonetworks.com/CVE-2023-3280)

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