Is CVE-2026-0264 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2026-0264 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2026-0264 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2026-0264 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2026-0264?

CVE-2026-0264 has a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH).

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HIGH

CVE-2026-0264

CWE-122Published: May 13, 2026· Updated: May 13, 2026

7.2

CVSS v3.1

EPSS:0.07%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:21.9th

Official Description

A buffer overflow vulnerability in the DNS proxy and DNS Server features of Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS® Software allows an unauthenticated attacker with network access to cause a denial of service (DoS) condition (all PAN-OS platforms except Cloud NGFW and Prisma Access) or potentially execute arbitrary code by sending specially crafted network traffic (PA-Series hardware only).

Panorama, Cloud NGFW, and Prisma® Access are not impacted by this vulnerability.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2026-0264 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.

CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown

Exploitability

Attack VectorNetwork

Attack ComplexityHigh

Privileges Req.None

User InteractionNone

ScopeX

Impact

Confidentiality

Integrity

Availability

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