CVE-2024-9463
Published: November 14, 2024
Official Description
Palo Alto Networks Expedition contains an OS command injection vulnerability that allows an unauthenticated attacker to run arbitrary OS commands as root in Expedition, resulting in disclosure of usernames, cleartext passwords, device configurations, and device API keys of PAN-OS firewalls.
CISA KEV Advisory
Palo Alto Networks Expedition OS Command Injection Vulnerability
Palo Alto Networks Expedition contains an OS command injection vulnerability that allows an unauthenticated attacker to run arbitrary OS commands as root in Expedition, resulting in disclosure of usernames, cleartext passwords, device configurations, and device API keys of PAN-OS firewalls.
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
Risk Analysis
Palo Alto Networks Expedition is vulnerable to an OS command injection, allowing an unauthenticated attacker to execute arbitrary OS commands as root. This can lead to the disclosure of sensitive information like usernames, passwords, and API keys. With a high EPSS score of 0.94199 and active exploitation, this is an extremely critical vulnerability.
This vulnerability is actively exploited in the wild. It is remotely exploitable by unauthenticated attackers, allowing for OS command injection as root.
Apply the latest security updates and patches for Palo Alto Networks Expedition immediately. Restrict network access to the Expedition management interface to trusted sources only.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2024-9463 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
CISA has added CVE-2024-9463 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.
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Quick Facts
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2024-9463 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
- !CISA KEV: Federal agencies must patch per BOD 22-01 timeline
- !Active exploitation confirmed — treat as P1