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CVE-2026-18690

HIGH · CVSS 8.1 EPSS 0.26%

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS · Published 2026-08-11 · Last synced 2026-08-15

CyberRota Analysis

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An authenticated user with limited database-scoped privileges in MongoDB Server can exploit a vulnerability to perform unauthorized actions on protected system collections, potentially leading to critical data loss through the dropping and recreation of these collections. Organizations utilizing MongoDB should prioritize addressing this vulnerability to prevent unauthorized access and maintain data integrity. Immediate action is recommended for those managing sensitive data or critical applications relying on MongoDB.

CVE
CVE-2026-18690
Severity
HIGH
CVSS
8.1
EPSS
0.26%
MongoDB

Original NVD Description

An issue in MongoDB Server could allow an authenticated user with a limited database-scoped role to perform an action against protected system collections that their assigned privileges should not permit. This could result in critical system collections being dropped and recreated without proper authorization.