CVE-2026-0249

CVE-2026-0249 is a medium-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 4.0 base score of 4.9. 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-295.

Key facts

Description

Multiple improper certificate validation vulnerabilities in the Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect™ app enables an attacker to intercept encrypted communications and potentially compromise the endpoint. This can enable a local non-administrative operating system user or an attacker on the same subnet to redirect traffic to an unauthorized server and facilitate the installation of malicious software. The GlobalProtect app on Linux, Windows, iOS and GlobalProtect UWP app are not affected.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-0249?
Multiple improper certificate validation vulnerabilities in the Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect™ app enables an attacker to intercept encrypted communications and potentially compromise the endpoint. This can enable a local non-administrative operating system user or an attacker on the same subnet to redirect traffic to an unauthorized server and facilitate the installation of malicious software. The GlobalProtect app on Linux, Windows, iOS and GlobalProtect UWP app are not affected.
How severe is CVE-2026-0249?
CVE-2026-0249 has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 4.9, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2026-0249 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (2nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-0249?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
Does CVE-2026-0249 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2026-0249 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-30100.
When was CVE-2026-0249 published?
CVE-2026-0249 was published on 2026-05-13 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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