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Updated April 19 to include information on observed levels of attempted exploitation and relative prevalence of those levels, with unsuccessful attempts and attempts to confirm the device is exploitable forming the majority of the activity observed. Palo Alto Networks and Unit 42 are engaged in tracking activity related to CVE-2024-3400 and are working with external researchers, partners and customers to share information transparently and rapidly.
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Source: Palo Alto Unit 42
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