Product:
Cortex XDR Broker VM
Summary
An information disclosure vulnerability in Palo Alto Networks Cortex XDR Broker VM allows an authenticated user to obtain and modify sensitive information by triggering a live terminal session via Cortex UI and modifying any configuration setting. The attacker must have network access to the Broker VM to exploit this issue.
Details
| Severity | Base Score | CVE |
|---|---|---|
| MEDIUM | 5.7 | CVE-2026-0231 |
Exploitation
To exploit this vulnerability, an authenticated user must have network access to the Broker VM. Once access is obtained, the user can trigger a live terminal session through the Cortex UI, allowing them to modify sensitive configuration settings and potentially disclose confidential information.
Affected Products
- Cortex XDR Broker VM: Vulnerable to information disclosure due to improper handling of authenticated user sessions.
Mitigation
To mitigate this vulnerability, ensure that only authorized users have access to the Cortex XDR Broker VM. Regularly review and update access controls and monitor for any unauthorized access attempts. Additionally, apply any available security patches provided by Palo Alto Networks.