CVE-2026-85973
Cleartext transmission in Progress MarkLogic Server cluster join operations
Description
Progress MarkLogic Server 12.x releases before 12.1.0 may use cleartext transport for certain cluster-management communications. A network-positioned attacker could intercept or modify information transmitted through an affected connection.
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 MarkLogic Server to version 12.1.0 or later.
- Configure secure cluster management communication channels.
- Verify secure transport is enforced.
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-2026-85973.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| https://community.progress.com/s/article/Marklogic-Critical-Security-Alert-Bulletin-October-2026 |
CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration
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New CVE Received by [email protected]
Oct. 12, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Description Progress MarkLogic Server 12.x releases before 12.1.0 may use cleartext transport for certain cluster-management communications. A network-positioned attacker could intercept or modify information transmitted through an affected connection. Added CVSS V3.1 AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N Added CWE CWE-319 Added Affected New affected value received. <a href="https://github.com/CVEProject/cvelistV5/blob/main/cves/2026/85xxx/CVE-2026-85973.json">CVE-2026-85973</a> Added Reference https://community.progress.com/s/article/Marklogic-Critical-Security-Alert-Bulletin-October-2026