CVE-2026-69228
missing authentication vulnerability in Esri Portal for ArcGIS
Description
There is a missing authentication vulnerability in Esri Portal for ArcGIS versions 12.0 and prior that may allow a remote, unauthenticated attacker to access a specific resource (not user content) that should only be accessible by authenticated users. Users working with ArcGIS Enterprise 11.1, 11.3, 11.5, or 12.0 are encouraged to patch. All users are advised to upgrade to the latest long-term support release.
INFO
Published Date :
Aug. 21, 2026, 9:17 p.m.
Last Modified :
Aug. 21, 2026, 9:17 p.m.
Remotely Exploit :
Yes !
Source :
[email protected]
CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS 3.1 | MEDIUM | cedc17bb-4939-4f40-a1f4-30ae8af1094e | ||||
| CVSS 3.1 | MEDIUM | [email protected] | ||||
| CVSS 3.1 | MEDIUM | MITRE-CVE |
Solution
- Patch ArcGIS Enterprise versions 11.1, 11.3, 11.5, or 12.0.
- Upgrade to the latest long-term support release.
- Apply vendor-provided patches for affected versions.
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-2026-69228.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| https://www.esri.com/arcgis-blog/products/arcgis-enterprise/administration/august-2026-arcgis-security-bulletin |
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New CVE Received by [email protected]
Aug. 21, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Affected [{'vendor': 'Esri', 'product': 'Portal for ArcGIS', 'versions': [{'status': 'affected', 'version': '11.1', 'versionType': 'custom', 'lessThanOrEqual': '12.0'}], 'platforms': ['Windows', 'Linux'], 'defaultStatus': 'unaffected'}] Added Description There is a missing authentication vulnerability in Esri Portal for ArcGIS versions 12.0 and prior that may allow a remote, unauthenticated attacker to access a specific resource (not user content) that should only be accessible by authenticated users. Users working with ArcGIS Enterprise 11.1, 11.3, 11.5, or 12.0 are encouraged to patch. All users are advised to upgrade to the latest long-term support release. Added CVSS V3.1 AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N Added CWE CWE-306 Added Reference https://www.esri.com/arcgis-blog/products/arcgis-enterprise/administration/august-2026-arcgis-security-bulletin