What is CVE-2026-0322?
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.
Timeline
- 2026-10-14Published to the U.S. National Vulnerability Database (NVD)
- 2026-10-14Added to the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog
- 2026-10-15NVD record last updated
- 2026-10-17CISA federal remediation deadline (BOD 22-01)
CISA Known Exploited Vulnerability
Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS Code Injection Vulnerability
Affected product
Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS
Remediation Steps
- Apply the latest Palo Alto Networks security update for PAN-OS
- Restrict management access to firewalls to trusted administrative networks
- Review firewall access logs for signs of exploitation
- Test patches in a non-production environment before production deployment
References
Referenced in our briefings & reports
- Vulnerability Priority Report – Week 2 of October 2026 (October 12 – 18)
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