CVE-2026-8709: Privilege escalation in Progress MarkLogic Server REST document patch operation
An improper privilege management vulnerability in the REST API document patch operation of Progress MarkLogic Server before 11.3.6 and 12.0.3 allows an authenticated user with a low-privileged REST role to escalate privileges and execute privileged operations against the Security database.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
Progress MarkLogic Serverto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 11.3.6 - Upgrade
Upgrade
Progress MarkLogic Serverto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 12.0.3
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-8709?
The severity of CVE-2026-8709 is rated as critical with a score of 9.9.
How do I fix CVE-2026-8709?
To fix CVE-2026-8709, upgrade Progress MarkLogic Server to version 11.3.6 or higher, or 12.0.3 or higher.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-8709?
CVE-2026-8709 is a privilege escalation vulnerability in the REST API of Progress MarkLogic Server.
Who is affected by CVE-2026-8709?
Authenticated users with low-privileged REST roles in Progress MarkLogic Server versions before 11.3.6 and 12.0.3 are affected by CVE-2026-8709.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2026-8709?
The potential impacts of CVE-2026-8709 include unauthorized access to execute privileged operations against the Security database.