CVE-2024-5915: GlobalProtect App: Local Privilege Escalation (PE) Vulnerability (Severity: MEDIUM)
First published: Wed Aug 14 2024(Updated: )
A privilege escalation (PE) vulnerability in the Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect app on Windows devices enables a local user to execute programs with elevated privileges.
Credit: psirt@paloaltonetworks.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect Windows | >=5.1.0<=5.1.9 | |
| Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect Windows | >=6.0.0<=6.0.6 | |
| Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect Windows | >=6.1.0<6.1.5 | |
| Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect Windows | >=6.2.0<6.2.4 | |
| Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect Windows | =6.3.0 | |
| All of | ||
| Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect UWP App | <5.1.x=5.1<6.0.10-c826=6.0<6.1.5=6.1<6.2.4=6.2<6.3.1=6.3 | 5.1.x (ETA: December 2024) 6.0.10-c826 6.1.5 6.2.4 6.3.1 |
| Microsoft Windows | * |
Remedy
This issue is fixed in GlobalProtect app 5.1.x (ETA: December 2024), GlobalProtect app 6.0.x (ETA: November 2024), GlobalProtect app 6.1.5, GlobalProtect app 6.2.4, GlobalProtect app 6.3.1 (ETA: end of August), and all later GlobalProtect app versions on Windows.
Remedy
Ensure that the GlobalProtect installation directory and its contents cannot be modified by non-administrative Windows users.
Remedy
This issue is fixed in GlobalProtect app 5.1.x (ETA: December 2024), GlobalProtect app 6.0.10-c826, GlobalProtect app 6.1.5, GlobalProtect app 6.2.4, GlobalProtect app 6.3.1, and all later GlobalProtect app versions on Windows.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-5915?
CVE-2024-5915 is classified as a privilege escalation vulnerability, which can lead to elevated privileges for a local user.
How do I fix CVE-2024-5915?
To fix CVE-2024-5915, upgrade your Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect app to the latest recommended versions.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-5915?
CVE-2024-5915 affects users of specific versions of the Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect app on Windows devices.
What versions of GlobalProtect are affected by CVE-2024-5915?
Versions 5.1.0 to 5.1.9, 6.0.0 to 6.0.6, 6.1.0 to 6.1.5, and 6.2.0 to 6.2.4 are affected by CVE-2024-5915.
Is CVE-2024-5915 present on all Windows devices?
No, CVE-2024-5915 specifically affects devices running vulnerable versions of the Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect app.
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