CVE-2026-0249: GlobalProtect App: Certificate Validation Bypass Vulnerabilities (Severity: LOW)

Published May 13, 2026
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Updated

Multiple improper certificate validation vulnerabilities in the Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect™ app enables an attacker to intercept encrypted communications and potentially compromise the endpoint. This can enable a local non-administrative operating system user or an attacker on the same subnet to redirect traffic to an unauthorized server and facilitate the installation of malicious software.

The GlobalProtect app on Linux, Windows, iOS and GlobalProtect UWP app are not affected.

Affected Software

29 affected componentsFixes available
Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect App
All of the following
Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect App<6.3.3-h9, =6.3.0, <6.2.8-h10, =6.2.0
6.3.3-h96.2.8-h10
Apple macOS*
All of the following
Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect App<6.1.14, =6.1.0, <6.0.14, =6.0.0
6.1.146.0.14
Google Android*
All of the following
Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect App<6.0.13, =6.0.0
6.0.13
Apple macOS*
All of the following
Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect App
Microsoft Windows*
All of the following
Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect App
Linux Linux*
All of the following
Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect App
Apple iOS*
Palo Alto Networks Globalprotect Macos>=6.0.0<6.0.13
Palo Alto Networks Globalprotect Android>=6.0.0<6.0.14
Palo Alto Networks Globalprotect Android>=6.1.0<6.1.14
Palo Alto Networks Globalprotect Macos>=6.2.0<6.2.8
Palo Alto Networks Globalprotect Macos>=6.3.0<6.3.3
Palo Alto Networks Globalprotect Macos=6.2.8
Palo Alto Networks Globalprotect Macos=6.2.8-h1
Palo Alto Networks Globalprotect Macos=6.2.8-h7
Palo Alto Networks Globalprotect Macos=6.3.3-h1
Palo Alto Networks Globalprotect Macos=6.3.3-h2
Palo Alto Networks Globalprotect Macos=6.3.3-h3
Palo Alto Networks Globalprotect Macos=6.3.3-h4
Palo Alto Networks Globalprotect Macos=6.3.3-h6
Palo Alto Networks Globalprotect Macos=6.3.3-h7
Palo Alto Networks Globalprotect Macos=6.3.3-h8
Palo Alto Networks Globalprotect Macos=6.3.3-h9

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.3.3-h9Fixed in 6.2.8-h10
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.1.14Fixed in 6.0.14
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.0.13
  4. Upgrade

    Upgrade GlobalProtect App 6.0 (Android) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.0.14
  5. Upgrade

    Upgrade GlobalProtect App 6.0 (Chrome OS) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.0.14
  6. Upgrade

    Upgrade GlobalProtect App 6.0 (macOS) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.0.13
  7. Upgrade

    Upgrade GlobalProtect App 6.1 (Android) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.1.14
  8. Upgrade

    Upgrade GlobalProtect App 6.1 (Chrome OS) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.1.14
  9. Upgrade

    Upgrade GlobalProtect App 6.2 (macOS) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.2.8-h10
  10. Upgrade

    Upgrade GlobalProtect App 6.3 (macOS) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.3.3-h9

Event History

May 13, 2026
Advisory Published
via Palo Alto Networks·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via Palo Alto Networks·04:00 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:32 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:32 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jun 13, 2026
Advisory Published
via Palo Alto Networks·01:45 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-0249?

The severity of CVE-2026-0249 is categorized as MEDIUM.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-0249?

To fix CVE-2026-0249, update the Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect App to versions 6.3.3-h9 or 6.2.8-h10 or higher.

3

What platforms are affected by CVE-2026-0249?

CVE-2026-0249 affects the Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect App across various platforms including Windows and Linux.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-0249?

CVE-2026-0249 is a certificate validation bypass vulnerability that can allow attackers to intercept encrypted communications.

5

Can CVE-2026-0249 impact my endpoint security?

Yes, CVE-2026-0249 can potentially compromise the endpoint security by enabling attackers to intercept secure communications.

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