CVE-2026-0257: Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS Authentication Bypass Vulnerability
CVE-2026-0257 is a Severity not scored in source feed flaw in Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS. Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS contains an authentication bypass vulnerability that allows attackers to bypass security restrictions and establish an unauthorized VPN connection. It is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog (added 2026-05-29), meaning it is being actively exploited. The fix: Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
Source: CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog. Data as of 2026-06-13.
Vulnerability details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| CVE ID | CVE-2026-0257 |
| Vulnerability | Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS Authentication Bypass Vulnerability |
| Vendor / product | Palo Alto Networks — PAN-OS |
| CVSS base score | Not in source feed |
| Severity | — |
| Weakness (CWE) | CWE-565 |
| Added to CISA KEV | 2026-05-29 |
| CISA remediation due | 2026-06-01 |
| Known ransomware use | Unknown |
Source: CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog. Data as of 2026-06-13.
What is the risk?
Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS contains an authentication bypass vulnerability that allows attackers to bypass security restrictions and establish an unauthorized VPN connection.
How to remediate CVE-2026-0257
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
U.S. federal civilian agencies were required to remediate this vulnerability by 2026-06-01 under CISA Binding Operational Directive 22-01. Private organizations should treat it with comparable urgency.
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Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2026-0257?
CVE-2026-0257 is a vulnerability in Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS: Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS contains an authentication bypass vulnerability that allows attackers to bypass security restrictions and establish an unauthorized VPN connection.
How severe is CVE-2026-0257?
The CISA KEV catalog does not publish a CVSS base score for this entry. Check the NVD record for the official score. Its presence in the KEV catalog means it is confirmed to be exploited in the wild.
Is CVE-2026-0257 being exploited in the wild?
Yes. It appears in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which only lists vulnerabilities with reliable evidence of active exploitation. It was added on 2026-05-29.
How do I fix CVE-2026-0257?
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
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Last updated: 2026-06-13