Is XDR Vulnerable to Malicious Attacks? Researcher Creates Perfect Malware

Palo Alto Networks' XDR Software Compromised in Creative Exploit

In a startling revelation that underscores the vulnerabilities in cybersecurity defenses, Palo Alto Networks' extended detection and response (XDR) software was recently demonstrated to be susceptible to a sophisticated exploit. Shmuel Cohen, a noted security researcher, showcased how he managed to reverse-engineer the Cortex XDR platform, turning it into a tool for executing a range of malicious activities, including deploying a reverse shell and initiating ransomware attacks.