An improper link resolution before file access ('link following') vulnerability exists in the Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect app on Windows that enables a local attacker to disrupt system processes and potentially execute arbitrary code with SYSTEM privileges under certain circumstances. This issue impacts: GlobalProtect app 5.1 versions earlier than GlobalProtect app 5.1.10 on Windows. GlobalProtect app 5.2 versions earlier than GlobalProtect app 5.2.5 on Windows. This issue does not affect GlobalProtect app on other platforms.
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Solution
This issue is fixed in GlobalProtect app 5.1.10 on Windows, GlobalProtect app 5.2.5 on Windows and all later GlobalProtect app versions.
Workaround
There are no known workarounds for this issue.
References
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https://security.paloaltonetworks.com/CVE-2022-0017 |
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Status: PUBLISHED
Assigner: palo_alto
Published:
Updated: 2024-09-16T17:58:01.158Z
Reserved: 2021-12-28T00:00:00
Link: CVE-2022-0017

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Status : Modified
Published: 2022-02-10T18:15:08.563
Modified: 2024-11-21T06:37:49.577
Link: CVE-2022-0017

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