How severe is CVE-2024-5912?

CVE-2024-5912 has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 6.8, rated medium severity.

Is CVE-2024-5912 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (3rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2024-5912?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

Does CVE-2024-5912 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2024-5912 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-47044.

When was CVE-2024-5912 published?

CVE-2024-5912 was published on 2024-07-10 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2024-5912

CVE-2024-5912 is a medium-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 4.0 base score of 6.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-347.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 4.0 base score 6.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (3rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2024-47044
Weakness: CWE-347
Published: 2024-07-10
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

An improper file signature check in Palo Alto Networks Cortex XDR agent may allow an attacker to bypass the Cortex XDR agent's executable blocking capabilities and run untrusted executables on the device. This issue can be leveraged to execute untrusted software without being detected or blocked.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-5912?: An improper file signature check in Palo Alto Networks Cortex XDR agent may allow an attacker to bypass the Cortex XDR agent's executable blocking capabilities and run untrusted executables on the device. This issue can be leveraged to execute untrusted software without being detected or blocked.
How severe is CVE-2024-5912?: CVE-2024-5912 has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 6.8, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2024-5912 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (3rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-5912?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
Does CVE-2024-5912 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2024-5912 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-47044.
When was CVE-2024-5912 published?: CVE-2024-5912 was published on 2024-07-10 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://security.paloaltonetworks.com/CVE-2024-5912

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