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CVE-2026-82067

8.1 · HIGH

Improper handling of case sensitivity in the configuration validation component of MongoDB Server may cause the authorization subsystem to remain in a default disabled state during server startup.

Published Sep 8, 2026mongodbCWE-178EPSS 0.51%

Overview

CVE-2026-82067 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting mongodb mongodb. It was published on September 8, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.1 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.1, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

Improper handling of case sensitivity in the configuration validation component of MongoDB Server may cause the authorization subsystem to remain in a default disabled state during server startup. An unauthenticated user with network access to a deployment where this condition occurs can perform arbitrary administrative operations, resulting in full impact of data confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from mongodb. Update mongodb to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

VendorProductVersionsStatus
mongodbmongodb>= 7.0.0, < 7.0.41Affected

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-82067?

CVE-2026-82067 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting mongodb mongodb. It was published on September 8, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.1 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2026-82067?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.1, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2026-82067?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from mongodb. Update mongodb to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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