CVE-2025-0112: Cortex XDR Agent: Local Windows User Can Disable the Agent (Severity: MEDIUM)
First published: Wed Feb 12 2025(Updated: )
A problem with a detection mechanism in the Palo Alto Networks Cortex XDR agent on Windows devices enables a user with Windows non-administrative privileges to disable the agent. This vulnerability can also be leveraged by malware to disable the Cortex XDR agent and then perform malicious activity.
Credit: psirt@paloaltonetworks.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| All of | ||
| Palo Alto Networks Cortex XDR Agent | <8.3.101-CE=8.3-CE=8.4.0<8.5.1=8.5.0 | 8.3.101-CE 8.5.1 |
| Microsoft Windows | * |
Remedy
There are no known workarounds or mitigations for this issue.
Remedy
This issue is fixed in Cortex XDR agent 8.3.101-CE, Cortex XDR agent 8.5.1, Cortex XDR agent 8.6 and all later Cortex XDR agent versions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-0112?
CVE-2025-0112 has a moderate severity level due to the potential for exploitation by malware to disable security features.
How do I fix CVE-2025-0112?
To fix CVE-2025-0112, update the Palo Alto Networks Cortex XDR agent to version 8.5.1 or higher.
Who is impacted by CVE-2025-0112?
CVE-2025-0112 impacts users of the Palo Alto Networks Cortex XDR Agent on Windows devices.
Can non-administrative Windows users exploit CVE-2025-0112?
Yes, non-administrative Windows users can exploit CVE-2025-0112 to disable the Cortex XDR agent.
What types of devices are affected by CVE-2025-0112?
CVE-2025-0112 affects Windows devices running the vulnerable versions of Palo Alto Networks Cortex XDR Agent.
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