# CVE-2026-14881: Compass connection import allows to override OIDC browser open command (usually set through settings), allowing for arbitrary shell commands execution when connecting to cluster using OIDC auth flow

CVE-2026-14881 is fixed in 3 products on 1 platform, first by MongoDB Compass 1.49.7.0, released May 11, 2026. It is not reported as exploited. Patch Radar priority: High.

- Web page: https://patchblox.com/security/cve/CVE-2026-14881
- Priority: High
- CVSS: 8.4
- EPSS: 0.0021
- CISA KEV: not listed
- Exploited (vendor report): no
- Publicly disclosed: no
- Published: Jul 22, 2026
- Weakness: CWE-78: Improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command ('OS command injection')
- Vendor advisory: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-14881

## Description

When importing connections in Compass it is possible to override some connection options that are otherwise can't be changed via connection form. In particular it is possible to provide a custom browser open command for OIDC auth flow that is usually can be set only globally via Compass settings.

## Where it's fixed

| Platform | Product | Fixed in | Fix | Released |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windows apps | MongoDB Compass | 1.49.7.0 | [MongoDB Compass 1.49.7.0](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/windows-app/mongodb.compass.full-1.49.7.0.md) | May 11, 2026 |
| Windows apps | MongoDB Compass Isolated Edition | 1.49.7.0 | [MongoDB Compass Isolated Edition 1.49.7.0](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/windows-app/mongodb.compass.isolated-1.49.7.0.md) | May 11, 2026 |
| Windows apps | MongoDB Compass Readonly | 1.49.7.0 | [MongoDB Compass Readonly 1.49.7.0](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/windows-app/mongodb.compass.readonly-1.49.7.0.md) | May 11, 2026 |

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