Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS Stored Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability

Vulnerability

A stored cross-site scripting vulnerability has been identified in Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS software. This vulnerability allows a malicious authenticated administrator to inject and store a JavaScript payload via the web interface. It affects PAN-OS on PA-Series and VM-Series firewalls, as well as Panorama (both virtual and M-Series). However, Cloud NGFW and Prisma Access are not impacted.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability allows for stored cross-site scripting, where injected scripts are executed in the context of the user.

Remediation

Users can upgrade to PAN-OS versions 12.1.7, 11.2.12, 11.1.15, or 10.2.18-h6. For older unsupported PAN-OS versions, upgrade to a supported fixed version. Additionally, customers with a Threat Prevention subscription can block attacks targeting this vulnerability by enabling Threat ID 510020.

Added: May 13, 2026, 7:38 PM
Updated: May 13, 2026, 7:38 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
5.7
impact
5.4
exploitability
3.7
remediation
8.3
relevance
8.2
threat
0.0
urgency
5.7
incentive
0.0

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