CRITICAL

CVE-2026-85947

CVSS v3

9.9

CRITICAL

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exploit probability

CISA KEV

known exploited

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Affected and fixed versions

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Description

Progress MarkLogic Server 12.x releases before 12.1.0 and 11.x releases before 11.3.7 contain an authorization flaw in certain forest-management operations. A remote attacker with forest-management privileges could exploit this flaw to create a persistent unauthorized administrator account, potentially resulting in complete unauthorized administrative control of the server.

Technical details

CVSS v3 Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
Published: 2026-10-12
Last Modified: 2026-10-12

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-85947?

Is CVE-2026-85947 actively exploited?

Active exploitation of CVE-2026-85947 has not been confirmed.

What is the CVSS score for CVE-2026-85947?

CVE-2026-85947 has a CVSS v3 base score of 9.9 (CRITICAL severity), with vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H.

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