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CVE-2024-3400

Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS Command Injection

10.0 CRITICALActively exploited (CISA KEV)Used in ransomwarePublic exploitEPSS 100.0%
  1. Published12 Apr 2024
  2. Added to CISA KEV12 Apr 2024
  3. Remediation due19 Apr 2024
Actively exploited (CISA KEV)

Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS GlobalProtect feature contains a command injection vulnerability that allows an unauthenticated attacker to execute commands with root privileges on the firewall.

Added to KEV: 12 Apr 2024Federal remediation due: 19 Apr 2024Used in ransomware

Description

A command injection as a result of arbitrary file creation vulnerability in the GlobalProtect feature of Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS software for specific PAN-OS versions and distinct feature configurations may enable an unauthenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code with root privileges on the firewall. Cloud NGFW, Panorama appliances, and Prisma Access are not impacted by this vulnerability.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorNetwork
Attack complexityLow
Privileges requiredNone
User interactionNone
ScopeChanged
ConfidentialityHigh
IntegrityHigh
AvailabilityHigh
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H

Affected products

Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS10.2.0 · 10.2.1 · 10.2.2 · 10.2.3

Remediation

No fixed version is recorded in the NVD data. Check the vendor advisory for the latest guidance.

Frequently asked

Is CVE-2024-3400 being actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2024-3400 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, added 12 Apr 2024. It has been used in ransomware campaigns.

How severe is CVE-2024-3400?

CVE-2024-3400 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 10.0, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 100.0% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2024-3400?

Affected products include Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS.

How do I fix CVE-2024-3400?

Apply the vendor's patch or advisory guidance, then verify no affected versions remain across your devices.

How Secuno handles this

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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.