CVE-2020-1987
Global Protect Agent: VPN cookie local information disclosure
Reported by palo_alto · Published April 8, 2020
An information exposure vulnerability in the logging component of Palo Alto Networks Global Protect Agent allows a local authenticated user to read VPN cookie information when the troubleshooting logging level is set to "Dump". This issue affects Palo Alto Networks Global Protect Agent 5.0 versions prior to 5.0.9; 5.1 versions prior to 5.1.1.
Fixed versions
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| Package | Ecosystem | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Global Protect Agent | Palo Alto Networks | 5.1.1, 5.0.9 |
| globalprotect | paloaltonetworks | 5.1.1, 5.0.9 |
Risk scores
Affected products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Palo Alto Networks | Global Protect Agent | 5.0, 5.1 |
| Palo Alto Networks | Global Protect Agent | 5.1, 5.0 |
Timeline
- Apr 8, 2020 CVE Published
- Apr 14, 2021 EPSS Score (30 in total, the first dated here)
- Sep 16, 2024 CVE Updated
- Apr 4, 2026 Security Advisory
- Sep 3, 2026 Coalition ESS Score
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