CVE-2026-90800: Flaw in Apache CouchDB Scores 8.1 on CVSS
A newly published high vulnerability in Apache CouchDB carries a CVSS score of 8.1. Here is what is affected and how to respond.
Key points
- CVE-2026-90800 affects Apache CouchDB.
- CVSS 8.1 (High).
- No exploitation confirmed yet.
Apache CouchDB is affected by CVE-2026-90800, a security flaw that the National Vulnerability Database rates 8.1 out of 10.
At a glance
- CVE
- CVE-2026-90800
- Product
- Apache CouchDB
- CVSS
- 8.1 High
- Weakness
- —
- Exploited
- No known exploitation
What is the vulnerability?
The NVD entry states: Missing authorisation checks in chttpd in Apache CouchDB 3.5.2 and below on all platforms allows any request to read the full contents of a prefixed _user or _replicator database via an unauthorised API endpoint.
The use of prefixed system databases is very rare.
Users are recommended to upgrade to version 3.5.3, which fixes this issue.
Affected versions
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apache Software Foundation | Apache CouchDB | before 3.5.3 |
Is it being exploited?
There is no public confirmation of exploitation at the time of publication. It does not appear in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog. We will update this report if that changes.
What should you do?
- Identify whether the affected product and versions run in your environment.
- Apply the vendor update listed in the advisory as soon as it is available.
- Limit network exposure of the affected service until it is patched.
- Monitor the vendor advisory for updated guidance or exploitation reports.
What to do and how to stay safe: CVE-2026-90800
- Vulnerability severity scores ignore your specific architecture and context.
- Exploitability depends on network exposure and user behavior, not just code flaws.
- Prioritization requires continuous asset inventory and threat intelligence alignment.
Risk-based vulnerability management focuses your limited resources on the flaws that actually threaten your business. Start by mapping your critical assets and checking for active exploits to prioritize your backlog.
Step-by-step guide: Risk-Based Vulnerability Management: Prioritize Fixes by Actual Danger
General security guidance from the Threat Times newsroom. It is not confirmed advice from the organisations named in this story.
Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2026-90800?
CVE-2026-90800 is a security vulnerability in Apache CouchDB.
How severe is CVE-2026-90800?
It has a CVSS score of 8.1 High.
Is CVE-2026-90800 being exploited?
There is no public confirmation of exploitation at the time of publication.
