CVE-2022-24272

MongoDB Server (mongod) may crash in response to unexpected requests

Description

An authenticated user may trigger an invariant assertion during command dispatch due to incorrect validation on the $external database. This may result in mongod denial of service or server crash. This issue affects: MongoDB Inc. MongoDB Server v5.0 versions, prior to and including v5.0.6.

Category

6.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.47%
Vendor Advisory mongodb.org
Affected: MongoDB Inc. MongoDB Server
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://jira.mongodb.org/browse/SERVER-63968 issue tracking patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-24272?
CVE-2022-24272 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-24272?
To fix CVE-2022-24272, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2022-24272 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2022-24272 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2022-24272?
CVE-2022-24272 affects MongoDB Inc. MongoDB Server.
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