Vulnerability Description
The GlobalProtect external interface in Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS before 6.1.17, 7.x before 7.0.15, 7.1.x before 7.1.9, and 8.x before 8.0.2 provides different error messages for failed login attempts depending on whether the username exists, which allows remote attackers to enumerate account names and conduct brute-force attacks via a series of requests, aka PAN-SA-2017-0014 and PAN-72769.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Paloaltonetworks | Pan-Os | <= 6.1.15 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://security.paloaltonetworks.com/CVE-2017-7945
- https://security.paloaltonetworks.com/CVE-2017-7945
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-7945?
CVE-2017-7945 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). The GlobalProtect external interface in Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS before 6.1.17, 7.x before 7.0.15, 7.1.x before 7.1.9, and 8.x before 8.0.2 provides different error messages for failed login attempts...
How severe is CVE-2017-7945?
CVE-2017-7945 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-7945?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Paloaltonetworks Pan-Os.