CVE-2026-0322
HighExploitedPublic exploitA 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.
Published Oct 14, 2026 · Updated Oct 15, 2026 · Also known as EUVD-2026-101495, GHSA-9fh3-97mp-7wmv
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2026-0322 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 8.6 v4) affecting PAN-OS (Palo Alto Networks), Cloud NGFW, Prisma Access.
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in CISA KEV, Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV, ENISA EUVD since Oct 14, 2026. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 1.2% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including PAN-OS 10.2.18-h12, PAN-OS 11.1.16-h3, PAN-OS 11.2.16.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v4
8.6
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/AU:N/R:U/V:D/RE:M/U:Red
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
1.2%
Higher than 68.0% 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
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.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| CISA KEV | Oct 14, 2026 | Oct 17, 2026 | Not reported |
| Industry KEV feed | Oct 14, 2026 | Oct 17, 2026 | Not reported |
| CIRCL KEV | Oct 14, 2026 | Oct 17, 2026 | Not reported |
| ENISA EUVD | Oct 14, 2026 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply mitigations in accordance with vendor instructions, ensuring compliance with CISA’s BOD 26-04 Prioritizing Security Updates Based on Risk (see URL in Notes) guidance and CISA’s “Forensics Triage Requirements” (see URL in Notes). Follow applicable BOD 26-04 guidance for cloud services or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable. Stakeholders are responsible for evaluating each asset's internet exposure and ensuring adherence to BOD 26-04 patching guidelines.
Affected Products
314 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| PAN-OSPalo Alto Networks | 10.2.10, 10.2.10-h10, 10.2.10-h12, 10.2.10-h14, 10.2.10-h17, 10.2.10-h18, 10.2.10-h2, 10.2.10-h21 | 12.2.4 |
| Cloud NGFW | See advisory | n/a |
| Prisma Access | See advisory | n/a |
Patched Releases
PAN-OS
10.2.18-h12, 11.1.16-h3, 11.2.16, 12.1.10-h2, 12.2.4
paloaltonetworks pan-os
10.2.0, 12.2.4
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Oct 14, 2026
Added to CISA KEV
Oct 14, 2026
Added to Industry KEV feed
Oct 14, 2026
Added to CIRCL KEV
Oct 14, 2026
Added to ENISA EUVD
Oct 14, 2026
Last updated
Oct 15, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-94 Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection')
References
- advisoryhttps://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-0322
- advisoryhttps://security.paloaltonetworks.com/
- advisoryUSOM advisory
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- otherVulnCheck exploitation report
FAQ
Common Questions.
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.
Affected: PAN-OS (Palo Alto Networks) versions 10.2.10, 10.2.10-h10, 10.2.10-h12, 10.2.10-h14, 10.2.10-h17, 10.2.10-h18, 10.2.10-h2, 10.2.10-h21; Cloud NGFW; Prisma Access. 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 Oct 14, 2026.
Yes. It was added on Oct 14, 2026 with a federal remediation due date of Oct 17, 2026.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including PAN-OS 10.2.18-h12, PAN-OS 11.1.16-h3, PAN-OS 11.2.16.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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