CVE-2026-120815
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CVE-2026-120815 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.4/10 on the CVSS scale. An incorrect authorization check in the MongoDB Server authorization subsystem may allow an unauthenticated party with local host access to obtain administrative privileges on a database server that has authorization enabled. This may result in unintended access to stored data and credentials, unintended modification of data, and loss of availability of the server.. EPSS estimates a 0.14% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An incorrect authorization check in the MongoDB Server authorization subsystem may allow an unauthenticated party with local host access to obtain administrative privileges on a database server that has authorization enabled. This may result in unintended access to stored data and credentials, unintended modification of data, and loss of availability of the server.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| MongoDB | MongoDB Server | >= 9.0.0, < 9.0.7; >= 8.3.0, < 8.3.16; >= 8.0.0, < 8.0.37; >= 7.0.0, < 7.0.48 |
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Timeline
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- Status
- Awaiting Analysis
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