CVE-2025-4232
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 0.42%
Last modified
CVE-2025-4232 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An improper neutralization of wildcards vulnerability in the log collection feature of Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect™ app on macOS allows a non administrative user to escalate their privileges to root.. EPSS estimates a 0.42% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An improper neutralization of wildcards vulnerability in the log collection feature of Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect™ app on macOS allows a non administrative user to escalate their privileges to root.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Paloaltonetworks | Globalprotect | >= 6.0.0, < 6.2.8 |
| Paloaltonetworks | Globalprotect | >= 6.3.0, < 6.3.3 |
References
- https://security.paloaltonetworks.com/CVE-2025-4232Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-4232?
An improper neutralization of wildcards vulnerability in the log collection feature of Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect™ app on macOS allows a non administrative user to escalate their privileges to root.
How severe is CVE-2025-4232?
CVE-2025-4232 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.42% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-4232?
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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