CVE-2024-5913
MEDIUMCVSS 6.8/10EPSS 0.23%
Last modified
CVE-2024-5913 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An improper input validation vulnerability in Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS software enables an attacker with the ability to tamper with the physical file system to elevate privileges.. EPSS estimates a 0.23% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An improper input validation vulnerability in Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS software enables an attacker with the ability to tamper with the physical file system to elevate privileges.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Paloaltonetworks | Pan-Os | >= 10.1.0, < 10.1.14 |
| Paloaltonetworks | Pan-Os | >= 10.2.0, < 10.2.10 |
| Paloaltonetworks | Pan-Os | >= 11.0.0, < 11.0.5 |
| Paloaltonetworks | Pan-Os | >= 11.1.0, < 11.1.4 |
| Paloaltonetworks | Pan-Os | >= 11.2.0, < 11.2.1 |
| Paloaltonetworks | Pan-Os | 10.1.14 |
References
- https://security.paloaltonetworks.com/CVE-2024-5913Vendor Advisory
- https://security.paloaltonetworks.com/CVE-2024-5913Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-5913?
An improper input validation vulnerability in Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS software enables an attacker with the ability to tamper with the physical file system to elevate privileges.
How severe is CVE-2024-5913?
CVE-2024-5913 has a CVSS score of 6.8/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.23% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-5913?
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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