CVE-2026-82801
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Server-Side Request Forgery in NASA Earthdata Search

Publication date: 2026-08-31

Last updated on: 2026-08-31

Assigner: VulDB

Description
A vulnerability was detected in NASA earthdata-search 1.0.0. Affected by this vulnerability is the function scaleImage of the file serverless/src/scaleImage/handler.js of the component scale Endpoint. Performing a manipulation results in server-side request forgery. The attack can be initiated remotely. The exploit is now public and may be used. The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way.

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Published
2026-08-31
Last Modified
2026-08-31
Generated
2026-08-31
AI Q&A
2026-08-31
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-82801
EUVD
EUVD-2026-68578

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Vendor Product Version / Range
nasa earthdata-search 1.0.0
nasa earthdata-search to 1.0.0 (exc)

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CWE ID Description
CWE-918 The web server receives a URL or similar request from an upstream component and retrieves the contents of this URL, but it does not sufficiently ensure that the request is being sent to the expected destination.

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Executive Summary

CVE-2026-82801 is an unauthenticated Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) vulnerability in NASA Earthdata Search affecting the /scale endpoint in version 1.0.0 and prior. The flaw allows attackers to manipulate the server into fetching arbitrary URLs without authentication or validation, enabling internal network reconnaissance.

Detection Guidance

To detect this SSRF vulnerability in NASA Earthdata Search, monitor network traffic for unusual outbound requests from the server, particularly to internal IP ranges or unexpected domains. Check logs for requests to the /scale endpoint with manipulated parameters. Use tools like curl to test the endpoint: curl -v 'http://<server>/scale?url=http://internal-service' to see if it returns internal data.

Impact Analysis

This vulnerability can allow attackers to access internal services like databases or admin endpoints, perform internal network reconnaissance, and potentially pivot attacks further. The exploit is public and can be initiated remotely without credentials.

Compliance Impact

This SSRF vulnerability could potentially violate compliance with GDPR and HIPAA by exposing internal systems to unauthorized access. GDPR requires protecting personal data and ensuring secure processing, while HIPAA mandates safeguarding protected health information. An SSRF flaw enabling internal network access may lead to unauthorized data exposure or breaches, risking non-compliance with these regulations.

Mitigation Strategies

Immediately disable or restrict access to the /scale endpoint if possible. Implement strict URL validation to block internal or suspicious domains. Add authentication requirements to the endpoint. Update to a patched version if available. Monitor for exploit attempts in logs.

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