Code Injection via AppleScript in Palo Alto Prisma Browser (macOS)
CVE-2026-0236 Published on May 13, 2026
Prisma Browser: Code Injection Enables Security Controls Bypass
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.
Vulnerability Analysis
CVE-2026-0236 is exploitable with local system access, and requires small amount of user privileges. This vulnerability is considered to have a low attack complexity. The potential impact of an exploit of this vulnerability is considered to have no impact on confidentiality and integrity and availability.
Timeline
Initial publication.
Weakness Type
What is a Code Injection Vulnerability?
The software constructs all or part of a code segment using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the syntax or behavior of the intended code segment.
CVE-2026-0236 has been classified to as a Code Injection vulnerability or weakness.
Products Associated with CVE-2026-0236
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Affected Versions
Palo Alto Networks Prisma Browser:- Before 146.16.6.165 is affected.
Exploit Probability
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