CVE-2026-13064: MongoDB $jsonSchema Query Operator Excessive CPU Consumption Leading to Denial of Service

Published Jul 22, 2026
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Updated

Certain query operations involving deeply nested $jsonSchema constructs can trigger disproportionate CPU consumption in affected MongoDB deployments, potentially leading to resource exhaustion. The resulting CPU-bound operation cannot be interrupted through standard administrative controls.

Affected Software

1 affected component
MongoDB MongoDB

Event History

Jul 22, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:17 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:17 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-13064?

CVE-2026-13064 has a severity score of medium, rated at 6.5.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-13064?

To mitigate CVE-2026-13064, monitor your queries for deeply nested $jsonSchema constructs and consider optimizing your query structure.

3

What type of attack does CVE-2026-13064 facilitate?

CVE-2026-13064 can facilitate a Denial of Service (DoS) attack due to excessive CPU consumption.

4

Which software is affected by CVE-2026-13064?

CVE-2026-13064 affects MongoDB deployments that use the $jsonSchema query operator.

5

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2026-13064?

The potential impact of CVE-2026-13064 includes resource exhaustion, leading to a significant decrease in system performance or availability.

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