How severe is CVE-2026-0256?

CVE-2026-0256 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 4.8, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires high privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.

Is CVE-2026-0256 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (7th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2026-0256?

CVE-2026-0256 primarily affects Paloaltonetworks Pan-os. In total, 160 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2026-0256?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

Does CVE-2026-0256 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2026-0256 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-30103.

When was CVE-2026-0256 published?

CVE-2026-0256 was published on 2026-05-13 and last updated on 2026-07-14.

CVE-2026-0256

CVE-2026-0256 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Paloaltonetworks Pan-os with a CVSS 3.x base score of 4.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-79.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 4.8)
CVSS v4: 4.4
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (7th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2026-30103
Weakness: CWE-79
Affected product: Paloaltonetworks Pan-os
Published: 2026-05-13
Last modified: 2026-07-14

Description

A stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS® software enables a malicious authenticated administrator to store a JavaScript payload using the web interface. 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.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-0256?: A stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS® software enables a malicious authenticated administrator to store a JavaScript payload using the web interface. 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.
How severe is CVE-2026-0256?: CVE-2026-0256 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 4.8, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires high privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2026-0256 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (7th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2026-0256?: CVE-2026-0256 primarily affects Paloaltonetworks Pan-os. In total, 160 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2026-0256?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
Does CVE-2026-0256 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2026-0256 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-30103.
When was CVE-2026-0256 published?: CVE-2026-0256 was published on 2026-05-13 and last updated on 2026-07-14.

References

Affected products (160)

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