CVE-2020-1988
4.2
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L
Summary
An unquoted search path vulnerability in the Windows release of Global Protect Agent allows an authenticated local user with file creation privileges on the root of the OS disk (C:) or to Program Files directory to gain system privileges. This issue affects Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect Agent 5.0 versions before 5.0.5; 4.1 versions before 4.1.13 on Windows;
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Version Range | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palo Alto Networks | Global Protect Agent | 5.0 < 5.0.5 | affected |
| Palo Alto Networks | Global Protect Agent | 4.1 < 4.1.13 | affected |
Weaknesses
- CWE-428: CWE-428 Unquoted Search Path or Element
Workarounds
Do not grant file creation privileges on the root of the OS disk (C:) or 'Program Files' directory to unprivileged users.
ADP Enrichment
CVE Program Container
Additional References
References
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