CVE-2016-1712

UnknownEPSS 0.36%

Last modified

CVE-2016-1712 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS before 5.0.19, 5.1.x before 5.1.12, 6.0.x before 6.0.14, 6.1.x before 6.1.12, and 7.0.x before 7.0.8 might allow local users to gain privileges by leveraging improper sanitization of the root_reboot local invocation.. EPSS estimates a 0.36% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS before 5.0.19, 5.1.x before 5.1.12, 6.0.x before 6.0.14, 6.1.x before 6.1.12, and 7.0.x before 7.0.8 might allow local users to gain privileges by leveraging improper sanitization of the root_reboot local invocation.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.36%

27.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
PaloaltonetworksPan-Os>= 5.0.0, < 5.0.19
PaloaltonetworksPan-Os>= 5.1, < 5.1.12
PaloaltonetworksPan-Os>= 6.0.0, < 6.0.14
PaloaltonetworksPan-Os>= 6.1.0, < 6.1.12
PaloaltonetworksPan-Os>= 7.0.0, < 7.0.8

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-1712?
Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS before 5.0.19, 5.1.x before 5.1.12, 6.0.x before 6.0.14, 6.1.x before 6.1.12, and 7.0.x before 7.0.8 might allow local users to gain privileges by leveraging improper sanitization of the root_reboot local invocation.
How severe is CVE-2016-1712?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-1712 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.36% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-1712?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST