CVE-2026-0303
LowCVSS 2.4Exploitation Probability (EPSS)
Low risk3th percentile - higher than 3% of all known CVEs
Summary
A code execution vulnerability in Palo Alto Networks Checkov by Prisma Cloud can allow arbitrary code execution when Checkov scans a directory that contains an attacker-controlled configuration file.
Risk Assessment
An attacker could achieve arbitrary code execution in the environment running Checkov, potentially leading to system compromise or data exposure.
Recommendation
Update Checkov to a patched version and avoid scanning untrusted directories containing configuration files from untrusted sources.
Other vulnerabilities in Checkov by Prisma Cloud
Original NVD description (English source)
A code execution vulnerability in Palo Alto Networks Checkov by Prisma® Cloud can allow arbitrary code execution when Checkov scans a directory that contains an attacker-controlled configuration file.
Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS