CVE-2026-33520
BUG-000185167 - ArcGIS Server has a security vulnerability.
Description
There is a reflected cross site scripting vulnerability in Esri Portal for ArcGIS versions 12.1 and prior which may allow a remote, unauthenticated attacker to create a crafted link which when clicked could potentially execute arbitrary JavaScript code in the victim’s browser. A patch is provided for impacted ArcGIS Server software in General Availability and Extended support status, which includes versions 11.5. Other versions are in mature or retired status, which are not patch eligible. Users working with unlisted versions are advised to upgrade and apply the patch.
INFO
Published Date :
Oct. 26, 2026, 6:17 p.m.
Last Modified :
Oct. 26, 2026, 8:17 p.m.
Remotely Exploit :
Yes !
Source :
[email protected]
CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS | 134c704f-9b21-4f2e-91b3-4a467353bcc0 | |||||
| CVSS 3.1 | MEDIUM | cedc17bb-4939-4f40-a1f4-30ae8af1094e | ||||
| CVSS 3.1 | MEDIUM | [email protected] |
Solution
- Patch supported ArcGIS Server versions.
- Upgrade to a supported version.
- Apply the provided patch after upgrading.
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
Here, you will find a curated list of external links that provide in-depth
information, practical solutions, and valuable tools related to
CVE-2026-33520.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| https://www.esri.com/arcgis-blog/products/trust-arcgis/administration/october-2026-arcgis-security-bulletin |
CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration
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CVE Modified by 134c704f-9b21-4f2e-91b3-4a467353bcc0
Oct. 26, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added SSVC {'id': 'CVE-2026-33520', 'role': 'CISA Coordinator', 'options': [{'exploitation': 'none'}, {'automatable': 'no'}, {'technicalImpact': 'partial'}], 'version': '2.0.3', 'timestamp': '2026-10-26T18:58:28.733001Z'} -
New CVE Received by [email protected]
Oct. 26, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Description There is a reflected cross site scripting vulnerability in Esri Portal for ArcGIS versions 12.1 and prior which may allow a remote, unauthenticated attacker to create a crafted link which when clicked could potentially execute arbitrary JavaScript code in the victim’s browser. A patch is provided for impacted ArcGIS Server software in General Availability and Extended support status, which includes versions 11.5. Other versions are in mature or retired status, which are not patch eligible. Users working with unlisted versions are advised to upgrade and apply the patch. Added CVSS V3.1 AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N Added CWE CWE-79 Added Affected New affected value received. <a href="https://github.com/CVEProject/cvelistV5/blob/main/cves/2026/33xxx/CVE-2026-33520.json">CVE-2026-33520</a> Added Reference https://www.esri.com/arcgis-blog/products/trust-arcgis/administration/october-2026-arcgis-security-bulletin