Improper input validation in Palo Alto Networks Globalprotect App

CVE-2021-3038

A denial-of-service (DoS) vulnerability in Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect app on Windows systems allows a limited Windows user to send specifically-crafted input to the GlobalProtect app that results in a Windows blue screen of death (BSOD) error. This issue impacts: GlobalProtect app 5.1 versions earlier than GlobalProtect app 5.1.8; GlobalProtect app 5.2 versions earlier than GlobalProtect app 5.2.4.

Vulnerability class: Drupalgeddon 2 (CVE-2018-7600)

EPSS: 0.002 (12.5th percentile) — read the EPSS interpretation.

CVSS v3 metric

CVSS v3 base score 5.5 (Medium). Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H.

Affected products

Weakness classification (CWE)

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-3038?
CVE-2021-3038 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Palo Alto Networks Globalprotect App, classified under Improper Input Validation. CVSS score: 5.5/10. Published 2021-04-20.
How severe is CVE-2021-3038?
Medium severity. CVSS v3 base score is 5.5 out of 10.