CVE-2022-0017: Palo Alto Networks Globalprotect

High severity, CVSS 7.8. EPSS: 0.3% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

An improper link resolution before file access ('link following') vulnerability exists in the Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect app on Windows that enables a local attacker to disrupt system processes and potentially execute arbitrary code with SYSTEM privileges under certain circumstances. This issue impacts: GlobalProtect app 5.1 versions earlier than GlobalProtect app 5.1.10 on Windows. GlobalProtect app 5.2 versions earlier than GlobalProtect app 5.2.5 on Windows. This issue does not affect GlobalProtect app on other platforms.

Affected products

• Palo Alto Networks Globalprotect: from 5.1, before 5.1.10 (fixed in 5.1.10); from 5.2, before 5.2.5 (fixed in 5.2.5)

Published 2022-02-10. Last modified 2026-06-17.