CVE-2026-85964
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Authenticated Path Traversal in Progress MarkLogic Server

Publication date: 2026-10-12

Last updated on: 2026-10-12

Assigner: Progress Software Corporation

Description
Progress MarkLogic Server 12.x releases before 12.1.0 and 11.x releases before 11.3.7 allow an authenticated Query Console user to supply unsafe path values to a privileged filesystem helper, which could result in disclosure of arbitrary server files.

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Published
2026-10-12
Last Modified
2026-10-12
Generated
2026-10-12
AI Q&A
2026-10-12
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-85964
EUVD
EUVD-2026-97556

Affected Vendors & Products

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Vendor Product Version / Range
Progress Software Corporation MarkLogic Server 11.0.0
Progress Software Corporation MarkLogic Server 12.0.0

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CWE ID Description
CWE-22 The product uses external input to construct a pathname that is intended to identify a file or directory that is located underneath a restricted parent directory, but the product does not properly neutralize special elements within the pathname that can cause the pathname to resolve to a location that is outside of the restricted directory.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability affects Progress MarkLogic Server versions before 12.1.0 and 11.3.7. An authenticated user in Query Console can provide unsafe path values to a privileged filesystem helper, potentially allowing access to arbitrary server files.

Impact Analysis

An attacker with access could read sensitive server files, leading to data breaches or unauthorized information disclosure. This requires authenticated access but could expose critical system data.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could violate compliance requirements like GDPR or HIPAA by enabling unauthorized access to sensitive data, potentially leading to legal penalties or reputational damage.

Mitigation Strategies

Upgrade MarkLogic Server to version 12.1.0 or later if using 12.x, or to 11.3.7 or later if using 11.x. This addresses the unsafe path handling in Query Console.

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