Server-Side Request Forgery in NASA Earthdata-Search by NASA
CVE-2026-82802

6.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Nasa

Status
Earthdata-search
Vendor
CVE Published:
31 August 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-82802?

A vulnerability has been identified in NASA's Earthdata-Search version 1.0.0 related to the OpenSearchGranuleSearchLambda function, located in the handler.js file. This flaw allows an attacker to manipulate the openSearchOsdd argument, potentially leading to a server-side request forgery (SSRF). The attack can be executed remotely, making it a significant security concern. Despite early notification to the vendor about this issue, there has been no response, heightening the risks associated with this exploit which is already publicly disclosed.

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-2026-82802 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/397223
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https://vuldb.com/vuln/397223/cti
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https://vuldb.com/cve/CVE-2026-82802
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
6.9
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
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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