A type confusion vulnerability in Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect™ app on Windows enables a local user with low privileges to cause a denial of… (CVE-2026-0314)
Description
A type confusion vulnerability exists in the Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect app on Windows. This flaw allows a local user with low privileges to cause a denial of service (DoS) condition. Other platforms including Linux, macOS, iOS, Android, and Chrome OS are not affected by this vulnerability.
CVSS v4.0
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-0314 is a type confusion vulnerability in the GlobalProtect app on Windows that permits a local low-privileged user to trigger a denial of service. The vulnerability does not affect GlobalProtect on other operating systems such as Linux, macOS, iOS, Android, or Chrome OS. No known exploits are reported in the wild. The CVSS 4.0 vector indicates local attack vector, low complexity, no user interaction, and high impact on availability.
Potential Impact
An attacker with local access and low privileges can cause a denial of service on the affected Windows GlobalProtect app, potentially disrupting VPN connectivity or related services. There is no indication of privilege escalation or remote exploitation. Other platforms are not impacted.
Mitigation Recommendations
No patch or remediation information is currently available. Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- GHSA-xpxj-xmc7-f5qw
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.4.0
- Aliases
- ["CVE-2026-0314"]
- Database Specific Severity
- MODERATE
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6ad008902cdf04f656b90cc8
Added to database: 10/14/2026, 22:56:16 UTC
Last enriched: 10/14/2026, 22:58:18 UTC
Last updated: 10/15/2026, 02:48:08 UTC
Views: 2
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