CVE-2026-0237
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CVE-2026-0237 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An improper protection of alternate path vulnerability in Palo Alto Networks Prisma® Browser on macOS fails to properly restrict access to an internal automation bridge. This allows a locally authenticated non-admin user to leverage an exposed communication channel to send unauthorized commands to the browser, bypassing security controls.. EPSS estimates a 0.15% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An improper protection of alternate path vulnerability in Palo Alto Networks Prisma® Browser on macOS fails to properly restrict access to an internal automation bridge. This allows a locally authenticated non-admin user to leverage an exposed communication channel to send unauthorized commands to the browser, bypassing security controls.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Paloaltonetworks | Prisma Browser | < 146.16.6.165 |
References
- https://security.paloaltonetworks.com/CVE-2026-0237Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
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