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CVE-2026-59509

An unauthenticated improper input validation vulnerability in the POST /fetch_cve_data endpoint in cve-search.

Published Jul 5, 2026CWE-20EPSS 1.43%

Overview

CVE-2026-59509 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on July 5, 2026.

Technical description

An unauthenticated improper input validation vulnerability in the POST /fetch_cve_data endpoint in cve-search. A remote attacker can manipulate request parameters controlling the MongoDB collection, projected fields, and regular-expression filters to read arbitrary application MongoDB collections. This can expose administrative usernames and password hashes from the mgmt_users collection, enabling offline password cracking and potential administrative account compromise.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. 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.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-59509?

CVE-2026-59509 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on July 5, 2026.

How severe is CVE-2026-59509?

CVSS score information is not yet available for this vulnerability. Check back as the CVE record is updated by NVD analysts.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2026-59509?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. 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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