CVE-2026-0236
CVE-2026-0236 is a high-severity vulnerability in Paloaltonetworks Prisma Browser with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-94.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
- CVSS v4: 7.3
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (5th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2026-30089
- Weakness: CWE-94
- Affected product: Paloaltonetworks Prisma Browser
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
A code injection vulnerability in Palo Alto Networks Prisma® Browser on macOS fails to properly restrict access to its AppleScript interface allowing a locally authenticated non-admin user to leverage this exposed Apple Event handler to send unauthorized commands to the browser.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2026-0236?
- A code injection vulnerability in Palo Alto Networks Prisma® Browser on macOS fails to properly restrict access to its AppleScript interface allowing a locally authenticated non-admin user to leverage this exposed Apple Event handler to send unauthorized commands to the browser.
- How severe is CVE-2026-0236?
- CVE-2026-0236 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2026-0236 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (5th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2026-0236?
- CVE-2026-0236 affects Paloaltonetworks Prisma Browser. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2026-0236?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- Does CVE-2026-0236 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
- Yes. CVE-2026-0236 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-30089.
- When was CVE-2026-0236 published?
- CVE-2026-0236 was published on 2026-05-13 and last updated on 2026-07-13.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:paloaltonetworks:prisma_browser:*:*:*:*:desktop:-:*:*
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