CVE-2017-15944
CriticalExploitedPublic exploitPalo Alto Networks PAN-OS before 6.1.19, 7.0.x before 7.0.19, 7.1.x before 7.1.14, and 8.0.x before 8.0.6 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via vectors involving the management interface.
Published Dec 11, 2017 · Updated Apr 22, 2026
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2017-15944 is a critical-severity vulnerability (CVSS 9.8 v3.1) affecting PAN-OS (Paloaltonetworks).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in CISA KEV, Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV, ENISA EUVD since Aug 18, 2022. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 98% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including PAN-OS 6.1.19.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
9.8
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
98%
Higher than 99.9% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
4 catalog listings
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS before 6.1.19, 7.0.x before 7.0.19, 7.1.x before 7.1.14, and 8.0.x before 8.0.6 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via vectors involving the management interface.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| CISA KEV | Aug 18, 2022 | Sep 8, 2022 | Not reported |
| Industry KEV feed | Aug 18, 2022 | Sep 8, 2022 | Not reported |
| CIRCL KEV | Aug 18, 2022 | Sep 8, 2022 | Not reported |
| ENISA EUVD | Aug 18, 2022 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply updates per vendor instructions.
Affected Products
1 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| PAN-OSPaloaltonetworks | See advisory | 6.1.19 |
Patched Releases
PAN-OS
6.1.19
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Dec 11, 2017
Added to CISA KEV
Aug 18, 2022
Added to Industry KEV feed
Aug 18, 2022
Added to CIRCL KEV
Aug 18, 2022
Added to ENISA EUVD
Aug 18, 2022
Last updated
Apr 22, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-20 Improper Input Validation
- CWE-119 Improper Restriction of Operations within the Bounds of a Memory Buffer
References
- advisoryhttps://security.paloaltonetworks.com/CVE-2017-15944
- advisory102079
- advisory1040007
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
FAQ
Common Questions.
Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS before 6.1.19, 7.0.x before 7.0.19, 7.1.x before 7.1.14, and 8.0.x before 8.0.6 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via vectors involving the management interface.
Affected: PAN-OS (Paloaltonetworks). The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in CISA KEV, Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV, ENISA EUVD since Aug 18, 2022.
Yes. It was added on Aug 18, 2022 with a federal remediation due date of Sep 8, 2022.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including PAN-OS 6.1.19.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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