CVE-2026-82061: A use-after-free security issue exists in the server's query execution memory tracking subsystem

Routine

HIGH 8.1UPGRADE

CVE-2026-82061 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.1) affecting mongodb. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

A use-after-free security issue exists in the server's query execution memory tracking subsystem. An authenticated user with read privileges can trigger a write to freed heap memory through a sequence of standard database commands, leading to server process crash or potential memory corruption. No user interaction is required.

Why this priority

High severity

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score	8.1 (High)
Attack vector	Network (remote)
Attack complexity	Low
Privileges needed	Low
User interaction	None
EPSS exploit chance	0.5% (top 56%)
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-416
Published	2026-09-08
Last modified	2026-09-16

Publisher (CNA): MongoDB, Inc. · Vendor: mongodb

Last updated 2026-09-16 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

2026-09-08 17:18 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-09-16 20:36 UTCUpdated Record last modified

mongodb mongodb UPGRADE

Affected: >= 8.3.0 and < 8.3.9

Fixed in: 8.3.9

Safe to downgrade to: a release before 8.3.0

1. Check installed version

apt-cache policy mongodb || rpm -q mongodb || mongodb --version

2. UPGRADE to 8.3.9 (Debian / Ubuntu)

sudo apt update && sudo apt install --only-upgrade mongodb

2. UPGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)

sudo dnf upgrade mongodb

Note

Distros often backport fixes without changing the version number. Confirm with the distro advisory or changelog.

3. If no update is available yet, DOWNGRADE to a release before 8.3.0 (Debian / Ubuntu)

apt-cache madison mongodb sudo apt install mongodb=<VERSION_BEFORE_8.3.0> sudo apt-mark hold mongodb

3. If no update is available yet, DOWNGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)

dnf --showduplicates list mongodb sudo dnf downgrade mongodb-<VERSION_BEFORE_8.3.0> sudo dnf versionlock add mongodb

Downgrade risk

Downgrading can break dependent software and may reopen older bugs. Read the distro advisory first and test on a non-production host.

After downgrade

Restart the service, and keep the package held until a fixed release ships.

Verify at the official source NVD · CVE Program · Report a problem with this page
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.

Quick answers

How do I fix CVE-2026-82061?

mongodb: upgrade to 8.3.9. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2026-82061 being exploited?

CVE-2026-82061 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

What does CVE-2026-82061 affect?

CVE-2026-82061 affects mongodb. Severity is high (CVSS 8.1). A use-after-free security issue exists in the server's query execution memory tracking subsystem. An authenticated user with read privileges can trigger a write to freed heap memory through a sequence of standard database commands, leading

How urgent is CVE-2026-82061?

Priority 39/100. High severity

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