SB2024081466 - Privilege escalation in Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect app
Published: August 14, 2024
Security Bulletin ID
SB2024081466
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Local access
Highest impact
Code execution
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Incorrect permission assignment for critical resource (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-5915)
The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to the GlobalProtect app on Windows devices enables a local user to execute programs with elevated privileges.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.