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

6.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Nasa

Status
Earthdata-search
Vendor
CVE Published:
31 August 2026

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-82801?

A vulnerability exists in the scaleImage function within the serverless/src/scaleImage/handler.js file of NASA's Earthdata-Search product version 1.0.0. This flaw allows a remote attacker to exploit the scale Endpoint, potentially leading to unauthorized server-side request forgery (SSRF). The exploit enables manipulation of server requests, which could facilitate access to sensitive internal resources. Despite attempts to inform the vendor, there has been no response regarding this security issue.

Affected Version(s)

earthdata-search 1.0.0

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2026-82801 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/397222
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https://vuldb.com/vuln/397222/cti
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https://vuldb.com/cve/CVE-2026-82801
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CVSS V4

Score:
6.9
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

nmmorette (VulDB User)
VulDB CNA Team
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