CVE-2025-0121: Cortex XDR Agent: Local Windows User Can Crash the Agent (Severity: MEDIUM)
A null pointer dereference vulnerability in the Palo Alto Networks Cortex® XDR agent on Windows devices allows a low-privileged local Windows user to crash the agent. Additionally, malware can use this vulnerability to perform malicious activity without Cortex XDR being able to detect it.
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What is the severity of CVE-2025-0121?
CVE-2025-0121 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for local users to crash the Cortex XDR agent and evade detection from malicious activity.
How do I fix CVE-2025-0121?
To fix CVE-2025-0121, update the Cortex XDR agent to version 8.6.2 or later, where the vulnerability has been patched.
Who is affected by CVE-2025-0121?
CVE-2025-0121 affects low-privileged local Windows users running vulnerable versions of the Palo Alto Networks Cortex XDR agent.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-0121?
CVE-2025-0121 is a null pointer dereference vulnerability which allows for an unexpected program crash.
What can attackers do with CVE-2025-0121?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2025-0121 to crash the Cortex XDR agent and potentially perform malicious activities undetected by the agent.