Firewall
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Palo Alto Networks Palo Alto VM-500

- The Palo Alto Networks VM-500 is a virtualized firewall that provides advanced security features for network protection and monitoring.

Palo Alto Networks Palo Alto VM-500

Specifications

OS
PAN-OS
UTM
4 Gbps
VPN
4.2 Gbps
Firewall
Yes
Sessions
64M
Management
Web, CLI, Panorama
Throughput
11 Gbps

Potential Threats

5
Critical
5
High
9
Medium
0
Low

23 Known CVEs

5 critical vulnerabilities found — immediate patching required.
Audit firewall rules and remove unused allow entries. Enable detailed logging. Restrict management access to trusted IPs only.

Default IP

192.168.1.50

Default admin panel address for Palo Alto Networks Palo Alto VM-500

Default Credentials — Palo Alto Networks Palo Alto VM-500

Username Password Access Type Protocol Port Notes
web HTTPS 443
ssh SSH 22
console console
api HTTPS 443

Known CVE Vulnerabilities (23)

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CVE-2025-0109 2025

An unauthenticated file deletion vulnerability in the Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS management web interface enables an unauthenticated attacker with netw...

CVE-2025-0108 2025

An authentication bypass in the Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS software enables an unauthenticated attacker with network access to the management web inter...

9.1
CVE-2024-9479 2024

Improper Privilege Management vulnerability in upKeeper Solutions upKeeper Instant Privilege Access allows Privilege Escalation.This issue affects upK...

CVE-2024-9478 2024

Improper Privilege Management vulnerability in upKeeper Solutions upKeeper Instant Privilege Access allows Privilege Escalation.This issue affects upK...

CVE-2024-9474 2024

A privilege escalation vulnerability in Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS software allows a PAN-OS administrator with access to the management web interface t...

7.2
CVE-2024-0012 2024

An authentication bypass in Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS software enables an unauthenticated attacker with network access to the management web interface...

9.8
CVE-2024-9476 2024

A vulnerability in Grafana Labs Grafana OSS and Enterprise allows Privilege Escalation allows users to gain access to resources from other organizatio...

CVE-2024-9477 2024

Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation (XSS or 'Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in AirTies Air4443 Firmware allows Cross-Sit...

6.1
CVE-2024-9475 2024

The Poll Maker – Versus Polls, Anonymous Polls, Image Polls plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to generic SQL Injection via the order_by parameter in...

4.9
CVE-2024-9473 2024

A privilege escalation vulnerability in the Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect app on Windows allows a locally authenticated non-administrative Windows...

7.8

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FAQ

What is the default password for Palo Alto Networks Palo Alto VM-500?

The most common default credentials for Palo Alto Networks Palo Alto VM-500 are listed in the table above. Always change these immediately after setup.

What is the default username for Palo Alto Networks Palo Alto VM-500?

The default username for Palo Alto Networks Palo Alto VM-500 is typically "admin". The full list of default credentials including username, password, access type and port is shown in the table on this page.

How do I change the password on Palo Alto Networks Palo Alto VM-500?

Log in to the admin panel using the default credentials listed above. Navigate to Administration → Password or System → Account settings. Enter the current password and set a new strong password. Save the changes.

How do I reset Palo Alto Networks Palo Alto VM-500 to factory defaults?

Locate the Reset button (usually a small pinhole on the back/bottom of the device). Hold it for 10-30 seconds while powered on until the LEDs flash. The device will reboot with default settings.

Is it safe to leave default credentials unchanged?

No. Default credentials are publicly known and frequently exploited by automated scanners. Change the admin password immediately after first login.

Does Palo Alto Networks Palo Alto VM-500 have known security vulnerabilities?

Palo Alto Networks Palo Alto VM-500 has 23 known CVE vulnerabilities documented in our database. The full list with severity ratings is shown on this page. Apply the latest firmware update from the manufacturer to address known issues.

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