CVE-2026-0299
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Local Privilege Escalation in Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect App

Publication date: 2026-08-13

Last updated on: 2026-08-13

Assigner: Palo Alto Networks, Inc.

Description
Local privilege escalation vulnerabilities in the Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect™ app enable a local user to escalate their privileges to NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM on Windows, and root on macOS and Linux. This enables a non-administrative user to execute arbitrary commands with administrative privileges. The GlobalProtect app on iOS, Android, and Chrome OS is not affected.

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Published
2026-08-13
Last Modified
2026-08-13
Generated
2026-08-13
AI Q&A
2026-08-13
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-0299
EUVD
EUVD-2026-57713

Affected Vendors & Products

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Vendor Product Version / Range
palo_alto_networks globalprotect to 6.3.3-h15 (exc)
palo_alto_networks globalprotect to 6.3.3-h14 (exc)
palo_alto_networks globalprotect to 6.2.8-h13 (exc)
palo_alto_networks globalprotect to 6.0.15 (exc)

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CWE-426 The product searches for critical resources using an externally-supplied search path that can point to resources that are not under the product's direct control.

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Executive Summary

CVE-2026-0299 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability in the Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect app. It allows a non-administrative local user to gain elevated privileges, such as NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM on Windows or root on macOS and Linux. This enables execution of arbitrary commands with administrative rights.

Detection Guidance

To detect this vulnerability, check the installed version of the GlobalProtect app against the affected versions listed in the advisory. On Windows, run 'wmic product get name,version' in Command Prompt. On macOS/Linux, run 'globalprotect version' or check the app's version in system settings. Compare the output with the vulnerable versions mentioned in the CVE details.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker with local access to gain full control over the affected system. This could lead to unauthorized data access, installation of malware, or disruption of services. Users should update to patched versions to prevent exploitation.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could potentially impact compliance with GDPR and HIPAA by allowing unauthorized privilege escalation. Non-administrative users gaining SYSTEM or root access may lead to unauthorized data access, modification, or exfiltration, violating confidentiality and integrity requirements in these standards.

Mitigation Strategies

Immediately upgrade the GlobalProtect app to the latest patched version. For Windows/macOS, update to 6.3.3-h14 or later. For Linux, update to 6.3.3-h15 or later. If using older versions like 6.2.x or 6.0.x, upgrade to 6.2.8-h13 or 6.0.15 respectively. Remove or disable the app if not needed.

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