CVE-2023-6793: PAN-OS: XML API Keys Revoked by Read-Only PAN-OS Administrator
First published: Wed Dec 13 2023(Updated: )
An improper privilege management vulnerability in Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS software enables an authenticated read-only administrator to revoke active XML API keys from the firewall and disrupt XML API usage.
Credit: psirt@paloaltonetworks.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS | >=9.1.0<9.1.17 | |
| Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS | >=10.0.0<=10.0.12 | |
| Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS | >=10.1.0<10.1.11 | |
| Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS | >=10.2.0<10.2.5 | |
| Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS | >=11.0.0<11.0.2 |
Remedy
This issue is fixed in PAN-OS 9.0.17-h4, PAN-OS 9.1.17, PAN-OS 10.1.11, PAN-OS 10.2.5, PAN-OS 11.0.2, and all later PAN-OS versions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-6793?
CVE-2023-6793 has been categorized with a medium severity level due to its impact on legitimate administrative actions.
How do I fix CVE-2023-6793?
To fix CVE-2023-6793, upgrade your Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS to a version that is not affected, such as 9.1.18 or later versions in the 10.x and 11.x series.
Who is affected by CVE-2023-6793?
CVE-2023-6793 affects organizations using affected versions of Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS, specifically authenticated read-only administrators.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2023-6793?
The potential impact of CVE-2023-6793 includes disruption of XML API usage by allowing a read-only admin to revoke active API keys.
Can CVE-2023-6793 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2023-6793 cannot be exploited remotely since it requires authentication as a read-only administrator.
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