CVE-2026-0278: Prisma Access Agent: Multiple DLP Policy Bypass Vulnerabilities on Windows (Severity: MEDIUM)

Published Jul 8, 2026
·
Updated

Multiple protection mechanism failures in the Prisma Access Agent Data Loss Prevention (DLP) component for Windows allow a local user to bypass DLP policy enforcement controls.

The Prisma Access Agent on macOS is not affected.

Affected Software

6 affected componentsFixes available
All of the following
Palo Alto Networks Prisma Access Agent= 0
26.2.1
Microsoft Windows*
All of the following
Palo Alto Networks Prisma Access Agent
Apple macOS*
All of the following
Palo Alto Networks Prisma Access Agent<26.2.1
Microsoft Windows

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 26.2.1
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade Prisma Access Agent (Windows) Data Loss Prevention (DLP) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 26.2.1

Event History

Jul 8, 2026
Advisory Published
via Palo Alto Networks·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via Palo Alto Networks·04:00 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jul 9, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:12 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:12 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-0278?

The severity of CVE-2026-0278 is high with a score of 8.4.

2

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2026-0278?

CVE-2026-0278 allows a local user to bypass data loss prevention policy enforcement controls in the Prisma Access Agent.

3

How do I fix CVE-2026-0278?

To fix CVE-2026-0278, update to the latest version of the Palo Alto Networks Prisma Access Agent that addresses the vulnerability.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2026-0278?

CVE-2026-0278 affects users running the Prisma Access Agent Data Loss Prevention component on Windows.

5

Is the macOS version affected by CVE-2026-0278?

No, the macOS version of the Prisma Access Agent is not affected by CVE-2026-0278.

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