SB2026091403 - Remote code execution in Palo Alto Checkov by Prisma Cloud



SB2026091403 - Remote code execution in Palo Alto Checkov by Prisma Cloud

Published: September 14, 2026

Security Bulletin ID SB2026091403
CSH Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

High 100%
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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 vulnerability.


1) Inclusion of Functionality from Untrusted Control Sphere (CVE-ID: CVE-2026-0303)

CWE-ID: CWE-829 - Inclusion of Functionality from Untrusted Control Sphere

CVSSv4: 8.5 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:P/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N]


The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper validation when Checkov scans a directory that contains an attacker-controlled configuration file. A remote attacker can execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.