Improper Neutralization of Special Elements in Data Query Logic (CWE-943) in Kibana can lead to information disclosure via NoSQL Injection… (CVE-2026-63138)
Description
CVE-2026-63138 is a vulnerability in Kibana involving improper neutralization of special elements in data query logic, leading to potential information disclosure through NoSQL injection. An authenticated user with access to the affected query functionality can craft input that alters query logic to access unauthorized data. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 6.5, indicating a medium severity level. No patch or remediation information is currently provided, and no known exploits are reported in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
Score 6.5medium
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Technical Analysis
This vulnerability (CWE-943) in Kibana allows an authenticated user with query access to submit specially crafted input that manipulates NoSQL query logic, resulting in unauthorized data disclosure. The flaw stems from improper neutralization of special elements in the query input, enabling NoSQL injection attacks (CAPEC-676). The CVSS 3.1 score is 6.5 (AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N), reflecting network attack vector, low complexity, required privileges, no user interaction, unchanged scope, high confidentiality impact, and no integrity or availability impact. No patch or vendor advisory details are available to confirm remediation status.
Potential Impact
An authenticated user with access to the vulnerable query functionality can exploit this flaw to retrieve data they are not authorized to access, resulting in information disclosure. There is no reported impact on data integrity or system availability. No known active exploitation has been reported.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, restrict access to the affected query functionality to trusted users only and monitor for suspicious query activity.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- GHSA-q492-2x4w-548c
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.4.0
- Aliases
- ["CVE-2026-63138"]
- Database Specific Severity
- MODERATE
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
Threat ID: 6a98458aacd9273b496add29
Added to database: 09/02/2026, 15:49:30 UTC
Last enriched: 09/07/2026, 21:23:59 UTC
Last updated: 10/17/2026, 18:48:21 UTC
Views: 31
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