CVE-2026-16551
MEDIUMCVSS 6.9/10EPSS 0.43%
Last modified
CVE-2026-16551 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.9/10 on the CVSS scale. Denial-of-Service in Thinkst Applied Research OpenCanary (MongoDB module) allows Excessive Allocation. This issue affects OpenCanary 0.9.8 only.. EPSS estimates a 0.43% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Denial-of-Service in Thinkst Applied Research OpenCanary (MongoDB module) allows Excessive Allocation. This issue affects OpenCanary 0.9.8 only.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Thinkst Applied Research | OpenCanary | 0.9.8 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Deferred
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-16551?
Denial-of-Service in Thinkst Applied Research OpenCanary (MongoDB module) allows Excessive Allocation.
This issue affects OpenCanary 0.9.8 only.
How severe is CVE-2026-16551?
CVE-2026-16551 has a CVSS score of 6.9/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.43% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-16551?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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