CVE-2022-0017

Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect app versions 5.1 through 5.1.9 on Windows Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect app versions 5.2 through 5.2.4 on Windows

Description An improper link resolution before file access ('link following') vulnerability exists in the Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect app on Windows, enabling a local attacker to disrupt system processes and potentially execute arbitrary code with SYSTEM privileges under certain circumstances.

Recommendations For GlobalProtect app version 5.1, update to version 5.1.10 or later to resolve the issue. For GlobalProtect app version 5.2, update to version 5.2.5 or later to resolve the issue.