CVE-2026-0322: Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS Code Injection Vulnerability
A remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability in the management interface of Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS® software enables an authenticated attacker with network access to execute arbitrary code with root privileges on the firewall. The security risk posed by this issue is minimized by restricting access to the management interface to only trusted internal IP addresses according to our recommended best practice deployment guidelines https://live.paloaltonetworks.com/t5/community-blogs/tips-amp-tricks-how-to-secure-the-management-access-of-your-palo/ba-p/464431 . This issue is applicable to PAN-OS software on PA-Series and VM-Series firewalls and on Panorama (virtual and M-Series). Cloud NGFW and Prisma® Access are not impacted by this vulnerability.
Details
CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:H/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:A/CR:X/IR:X/AR:X/MAV:X/MAC:X/MAT:X/MPR:X/MUI:X/MVC:X/MVI:X/MVA:X/MSC:X/MSI:X/MSA:X/S:X/AU:N/R:U/V:D/RE:M/U:RedFrequently asked questions
Is CVE-2026-0322 being actively exploited?
Yes — CISA lists CVE-2026-0322 in its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, so it is confirmed exploited in the wild. Patch it as a priority.
What does CVE-2026-0322 affect?
CVE-2026-0322 affects Palo Alto Networks · PAN-OS.
How do I fix CVE-2026-0322?
Apply the vendor’s patch for the affected software. The federal patch deadline was Oct 17, 2026. Then check whether your personal data was exposed in any related breach.