PatchTheCVECVE-2026-0236: A code injection vulnerability in Palo Alto Networks Prisma® Browser on macOS fails to properly restrict acces
CVE-2026-0236 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.8) affecting prisma browser. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
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.
Why this priority
- High severity
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.8 (High) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.2% (top 95%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-94 |
| Published | 2026-05-13 |
| Last modified | 2026-10-26 |
Last updated 2026-10-26 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2026-0236?
prisma browser: upgrade to 146.10.7.154. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2026-0236 being exploited?
CVE-2026-0236 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2026-0236 affect?
CVE-2026-0236 affects prisma browser. Severity is high (CVSS 7.8). 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 sen
How urgent is CVE-2026-0236?
Priority 29/100. High severity
Software pages
macOS vulnerabilities · Palo Alto PAN-OS vulnerabilities
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