CVE-2026-85957
Improper XML external entity restriction in Progress MarkLogic Server SAML processing
Description
Affected Progress MarkLogic Server 11.x releases before 11.3.7 use a SAML parser configuration that can process external DTDs or entities, which could result in unintended network access or information disclosure.
INFO
Published Date :
Oct. 12, 2026, 5:17 p.m.
Last Modified :
Oct. 12, 2026, 5:17 p.m.
Remotely Exploit :
Yes !
Source :
[email protected]
CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS 3.1 | HIGH | f9fea0b6-671e-4eea-8fde-31911902ae05 | ||||
| CVSS 3.1 | HIGH | MITRE-CVE | ||||
| CVSS 3.1 | HIGH | [email protected] |
Solution
- Update Progress MarkLogic Server to version 11.3.7.
- Apply vendor patches to address XML parser vulnerabilities.
- Restrict external DTD processing in SAML configurations.
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
Here, you will find a curated list of external links that provide in-depth
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CVE-2026-85957.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| https://community.progress.com/s/article/Marklogic-Critical-Security-Alert-Bulletin-October-2026 |
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New CVE Received by [email protected]
Oct. 12, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Description Affected Progress MarkLogic Server 11.x releases before 11.3.7 use a SAML parser configuration that can process external DTDs or entities, which could result in unintended network access or information disclosure. Added CVSS V3.1 AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N Added CWE CWE-611 Added Affected New affected value received. <a href="https://github.com/CVEProject/cvelistV5/blob/main/cves/2026/85xxx/CVE-2026-85957.json">CVE-2026-85957</a> Added Reference https://community.progress.com/s/article/Marklogic-Critical-Security-Alert-Bulletin-October-2026