Vulnerability Description
A format string vulnerability in the PAN-OS log daemon (logd) on Panorama allows a network based attacker with knowledge of registered firewall devices and access to Panorama management interfaces to execute arbitrary code, bypassing the restricted shell and escalating privileges. This issue affects only PAN-OS 8.1 versions earlier than PAN-OS 8.1.13 on Panorama. This issue does not affect PAN-OS 7.1, PAN-OS 9.0, or later PAN-OS versions.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Paloaltonetworks | Pan-Os | < 8.1.13 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://security.paloaltonetworks.com/CVE-2020-1979Vendor Advisory
- https://security.paloaltonetworks.com/CVE-2020-1979Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2020-1979?
CVE-2020-1979 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.1 (HIGH). A format string vulnerability in the PAN-OS log daemon (logd) on Panorama allows a network based attacker with knowledge of registered firewall devices and access to Panorama management interfaces to ...
How severe is CVE-2020-1979?
CVE-2020-1979 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2020-1979?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Paloaltonetworks Pan-Os.