CVE-2022-0030

CVE-2022-0030 is an authentication bypass vulnerability in the web interface of Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS 8.1. This flaw allows a network-based attacker, with specific knowledge of the target firewall or Panorama appliance, to impersonate an existing administrator and execute privileged actions. Rated 8.1 HIGH on CVSS, the vulnerability has a network attack vector and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability, despite high attack complexity. Currently, there is no known active exploitation, public exploit code, or Metasploit/Nuclei modules, though it has garnered some community discussion and media coverage.