CVE-2026-13062: MongoDB mongos Improper Validation of Internal Flags in Queryable Encryption Write Commands on Sharded Clusters

Published Jul 22, 2026
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Updated

An authenticated user with write privileges on a Queryable Encryption-enabled collection may be able to modify internal encryption metadata fields that are intended to be server-controlled, by sending crafted write commands through the mongos router on a sharded cluster. This can result in corruption of encrypted query correctness.

Affected Software

1 affected component
MongoDB mongos

Event History

Jul 22, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:19 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:19 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-13062?

The severity of CVE-2026-13062 is medium, rated at 6.5.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-13062?

To fix CVE-2026-13062, ensure that only trusted users have write access to Queryable Encryption-enabled collections and apply security patches as they become available.

3

What are the potential risks of CVE-2026-13062?

Exploitation of CVE-2026-13062 can lead to the corruption of internal encryption metadata fields, potentially compromising data integrity.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2026-13062?

Users of MongoDB mongos who have enabled Queryable Encryption on sharded clusters and granted write privileges are affected by CVE-2026-13062.

5

What is the impact of CVE-2026-13062 on data security?

CVE-2026-13062 can impact data security by allowing authenticated users to manipulate encryption metadata, which can lead to data integrity issues.

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