CVE-2022-0030 : What You Need to Know

An authentication bypass vulnerability in the Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS 8.1 web interface allows a network-based attacker to impersonate an existing administrator. This CVE was published on October 12, 2022, by Palo Alto Networks.

Understanding CVE-2022-0030

This CVE discloses an authentication bypass vulnerability in the PAN-OS 8.1 web interface, impacting Palo Alto Networks products.

What is CVE-2022-0030?

It is an authentication bypass vulnerability in Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS 8.1 that allows specific network-based attackers to impersonate an existing administrator.

The Impact of CVE-2022-0030

The vulnerability enables unauthorized privileged actions by impersonating a PAN-OS administrator, posing a serious security threat.

Technical Details of CVE-2022-0030

The following technical details provide insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The flaw in PAN-OS 8.1 allows network-based attackers to bypass authentication and perform actions as an administrator.

Affected Systems and Versions

Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS 8.1 versions less than 8.1.24 are affected, while other versions and products are unaffected.

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers with network access to the PAN-OS web interface can exploit the vulnerability to impersonate administrators.

Mitigation and Prevention

Discover how to mitigate the impact and prevent future security breaches related to CVE-2022-0030.

Immediate Steps to Take

Ensure Threat Prevention subscription customers can block known attacks by enabling Threat ID 92720. Follow best practices for securing the PAN-OS web interface.

Long-Term Security Practices

Review the Best Practices for Securing Administrative Access in the PAN-OS technical documentation for enhanced security.

Patching and Updates

The issue is fixed in PAN-OS 8.1.24 and later versions. Note that PAN-OS 8.1 is end-of-life and supported only on specific hardware.