Improper Authentication in Progress MarkLogic Server Can Lead to Unauthorized Access
CVE-2026-85962

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Progress Software
Status
Marklogic Server
Vendor
CVE Published:
12 October 2026

What is CVE-2026-85962?

Progress MarkLogic Server versions 12.x prior to 12.1.0 and 11.x prior to 11.3.7 have a vulnerability in their SAML processing, where improper authentication could allow remote attackers to bypass security measures. An unauthenticated attacker could exploit this flaw to send an assertion that the server should reject, leading to potential unauthorized access to sensitive data. It is crucial for administrators using these versions to apply the necessary updates to protect against potential exploitation.

Affected Version(s)

MarkLogic Server 11.0.0 < 11.3.7

MarkLogic Server 12.0.0 < 12.1.0

References

https://community.progress.com/s/article/Marklogic-Critic...
vendor-advisory

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
High
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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