Vulnerability Description
An improper handling of exceptional conditions vulnerability exists within the Connect Before Logon feature of the Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect app that enables a local attacker to escalate to SYSTEM or root privileges when authenticating with Connect Before Logon under certain circumstances. This issue impacts GlobalProtect app 5.2 versions earlier than GlobalProtect app 5.2.9 on Windows and MacOS. This issue does not affect the GlobalProtect app on other platforms.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Paloaltonetworks | Globalprotect | >= 5.2, < 5.2.9 |
| Apple | Macos | - |
| Microsoft | Windows | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://security.paloaltonetworks.com/CVE-2022-0016Vendor Advisory
- https://security.paloaltonetworks.com/CVE-2022-0016Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2022-0016?
CVE-2022-0016 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.4 (HIGH). An improper handling of exceptional conditions vulnerability exists within the Connect Before Logon feature of the Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect app that enables a local attacker to escalate to SYS...
How severe is CVE-2022-0016?
CVE-2022-0016 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2022-0016?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Paloaltonetworks Globalprotect, Apple Macos, Microsoft Windows.