Vulnerability Details : CVE-2022-0017
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.
Vulnerability category: Execute code
Products affected by CVE-2022-0017
- cpe:2.3:a:paloaltonetworks:globalprotect:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:a:paloaltonetworks:globalprotect:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Exploit prediction scoring system (EPSS) score for CVE-2022-0017
0.04%
Probability of exploitation activity in the next 30 days
EPSS Score History
~ 6 %
Percentile, the proportion of vulnerabilities that are scored at or less
CVSS scores for CVE-2022-0017
| Base Score | Base Severity | CVSS Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Score Source | First Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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6.9
|
MEDIUM | AV:L/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C |
3.4
|
10.0
|
NIST | |
|
7.8
|
HIGH | CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H |
1.8
|
5.9
|
NIST | |
|
7.0
|
HIGH | CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H |
1.0
|
5.9
|
Palo Alto Networks, Inc. |
CWE ids for CVE-2022-0017
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The product attempts to access a file based on the filename, but it does not properly prevent that filename from identifying a link or shortcut that resolves to an unintended resource.Assigned by:
- nvd@nist.gov (Primary)
- psirt@paloaltonetworks.com (Secondary)
References for CVE-2022-0017
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https://security.paloaltonetworks.com/CVE-2022-0017
CVE-2022-0017 GlobalProtect App: Improper Link Resolution Vulnerability Leads to Local Privilege EscalationVendor Advisory
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