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MEDIUM · 4.1

CVE-2020-1994

A predictable temporary file vulnerability in PAN-OS allows a local authenticated user with shell access to corrupt arbitrary system files affecting the integrity of the system. This issue affects: Al...

Vulnerability Description

A predictable temporary file vulnerability in PAN-OS allows a local authenticated user with shell access to corrupt arbitrary system files affecting the integrity of the system. This issue affects: All versions of PAN-OS 7.1 and 8.0; PAN-OS 8.1 versions earlier than 8.1.13; PAN-OS 9.0 versions earlier than 9.0.7.

CVSS Score

4.1

MEDIUM

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
Attack Vector
LOCAL
Attack Complexity
HIGH
Privileges Required
HIGH
User Interaction
NONE
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
NONE
Integrity
HIGH
Availability
NONE

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
PaloaltonetworksPan-Os>= 7.1.0, <= 7.1.26

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-377

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2020-1994?

CVE-2020-1994 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.1 (MEDIUM). A predictable temporary file vulnerability in PAN-OS allows a local authenticated user with shell access to corrupt arbitrary system files affecting the integrity of the system. This issue affects: Al...

How severe is CVE-2020-1994?

CVE-2020-1994 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2020-1994?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Paloaltonetworks Pan-Os.