CVE-2024-9465

An attacker without any authentication can send crafted SQL queries to the vulnerable Expedition application interface. Through SQL injection, they gain access to database contents, including password hashes, usernames, device configurations, and device API keys. Additionally, the vulnerability allows for creation and reading of arbitrary files in the Expedition server file system.

An attacker can steal authentication and configuration data of managed network devices (including API keys), which may lead to takeover of control over network infrastructure. The ability to write and read arbitrary files on the Expedition server creates a risk of further system compromise.

Security patches available from the vendor should be applied immediately in accordance with the official Palo Alto Networks security advisory (PAN-SA-2024-0010). Until the update is applied, it is recommended to restrict network access to the Expedition system only to trusted hosts and monitor unauthorized access attempts.

Palo Alto Networks Expedition — versions indicated in vendor references (security.paloaltonetworks.com/PAN-SA-2024-0010)

Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

Palo Alto Networks Expedition contains a SQL injection vulnerability that allows an unauthenticated attacker to reveal Expedition database contents, such as password hashes, usernames, device configurations, and device API keys. With this, attackers can also create and read arbitrary files on the Expedition system.