CVE-2021-3049 is a vulnerability in Palo Alto Networks Cortex Xsoar
Published on September 8, 2021
Cortex XSOAR: Improper Authorization of Incident Investigations Vulnerability
An improper authorization vulnerability in the Palo Alto Networks Cortex XSOAR server enables an authenticated network-based attacker with investigation read permissions to download files from incident investigations of which they are aware but are not a part of. This issue impacts: All Cortex XSOAR 5.5.0 builds; Cortex XSOAR 6.1.0 builds earlier than 12099345. This issue does not impact Cortex XSOAR 6.2.0 versions.
Vulnerability Analysis
CVE-2021-3049 can be exploited with network access, requires user interaction and a small amount of user privileges. This vulnerability is consided to have a high level of attack complexity. The potential impact of an exploit of this vulnerability is considered to have a small impact on confidentiality, a small impact on integrity and availability.
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Weakness Type
What is an AuthZ Vulnerability?
The software does not perform or incorrectly performs an authorization check when an actor attempts to access a resource or perform an action.
CVE-2021-3049 has been classified to as an AuthZ vulnerability or weakness.
Products Associated with CVE-2021-3049
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Affected Versions
Palo Alto Networks Cortex XSOAR:- Version 5.5.0 all is affected.
- Version 6.2.0 all is unaffected.
- Version 6.1.0 and below 12099345 is affected.
Exploit Probability
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