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CVE-2026-120448: DoraCMS Security Vulnerability

CVE-2026-120448 explained: high Security Vulnerability in DoraCMS. CVSS 8.6. Affected versions, detection, fixes and CTEM priority.

Last updated: Nov 2, 2026

CVSS
8.6 HIGH
EPSS
n/a
CISA KEV
Not listed
CWE
CWE-915

Sources: National Vulnerability Database, CVE.org, CISA KEV, FIRST EPSS

CVE-2026-120448 Overview

DoraCMS through 3.1.0 contains a mass assignment vulnerability in the PUT /api/v1/user/api-keys/:id endpoint that allows authenticated low-privileged users to rebind their API key to another user's account. Attackers can set the userId field on their own key to a victim's id, then act as that victim to modify profiles and publish or delete content.

Critical Impact

Remote, authenticated attackers can exploit this Security Vulnerability in DoraCMS. The CVSS base score is 8.6 (High).

Affected Products

  • DoraCMS: see the vendor advisory for the exact affected versions

Discovery Timeline

  • 2026-11-02: CVE-2026-120448 published to the National Vulnerability Database by disclosure@vulncheck.com
  • 2026-11-02: last updated in the NVD database

Technical Details for CVE-2026-120448

Vulnerability Analysis

CVE-2026-120448 is a Security Vulnerability weakness (CWE-915) in DoraCMS. Based on its CVSS vector, the flaw can be reached over the network, needs some level of access, and needs no user interaction.

With a CVSS base score of 8.6, apply the vendor fix and confirm exposure on internet facing and business critical assets first.

Root Cause

The vendor description states: DoraCMS through 3.1.0 contains a mass assignment vulnerability in the PUT /api/v1/user/api-keys/:id endpoint that allows authenticated low-privileged users to rebind their API key to another user's account. Attackers can set the userId field on their own key to a victim's id, then act as that victim to modify profiles and publish or delete content.

Attack Vector

Based on the CVSS vector, the flaw can be reached over the network, needs some level of access, and needs no user interaction. Attack complexity is low complexity.

No exploitation in the wild is confirmed by CISA at the time of the last update. Check the references below for any vendor or researcher proof of concept.

CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:X/CR:X/IR:X/AR:X/MAV:X/MAC:X/MAT:X/MPR:X/MUI:X/MVC:X/MVI:X/MVA:X/MSC:X/MSI:X/MSA:X/S:X/AU:X/R:X/V:X/RE:X/U:X

Detection Methods for CVE-2026-120448

Detection Strategies

  • Inventory every instance of DoraCMS and compare the running version with the affected range above.
  • Check external attack surface scans for internet facing instances of the component.
  • Run an authenticated vulnerability scan once your scanner ships a check for this CVE.

Monitoring Recommendations

  • Forward DoraCMS application, access and audit logs to your SIEM for retrospective hunting.
  • Alert on new processes, configuration changes or outbound connections from the affected service.
  • Track the vendor advisory and the CISA KEV catalog for changes in exploitation status.

How to Mitigate CVE-2026-120448

Immediate Actions Required

  • Apply the fixed version of DoraCMS named in the vendor advisory.
  • Prioritize internet facing and business critical instances first.
  • Rescan after the change to confirm the exposure is closed.

Patch Information

Use the fixed version listed in the vendor advisory for DoraCMS.

Workarounds

  • If patching must wait, restrict network access to the affected service and place it behind authentication or a web application firewall rule.

CWE References

Technical References

This entry is built directly from NVD, CISA KEV and EPSS data. Verify fixed versions in the vendor advisory before you deploy.

Frequently asked questions

CVE-2026-120448 is a high severity Security Vulnerability in DoraCMS with a CVSS score of 8.6. Apply the vendor fix and confirm exposure on internet facing and business critical assets first.

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