CVE-2023-0006
MEDIUMCVSS 6.3/10EPSS 0.11%
Last modified
CVE-2023-0006 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.3/10 on the CVSS scale. A local file deletion vulnerability in the Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect app on Windows devices enables a user to delete system files from the endpoint with elevated privileges through a race condition.. EPSS estimates a 0.11% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A local file deletion vulnerability in the Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect app on Windows devices enables a user to delete system files from the endpoint with elevated privileges through a race condition.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Paloaltonetworks | Globalprotect | >= 5.2.0, < 5.2.13 |
| Paloaltonetworks | Globalprotect | >= 6.0.0, < 6.0.4 |
| Paloaltonetworks | Globalprotect | 6.1.0 |
References
- https://security.paloaltonetworks.com/CVE-2023-0006Vendor Advisory
- https://security.paloaltonetworks.com/CVE-2023-0006Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-0006?
A local file deletion vulnerability in the Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect app on Windows devices enables a user to delete system files from the endpoint with elevated privileges through a race condition.
How severe is CVE-2023-0006?
CVE-2023-0006 has a CVSS score of 6.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.11% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-0006?
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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