Vulnerability Description
In certain highly specific configurations of the host system and MongoDB server binary installation on Linux Operating Systems, it may be possible for a unintended actor with host-level access to cause the MongoDB Server binary to load unintended actor-controlled shared libraries when the server binary is started, potentially resulting in the unintended actor gaining full control over the MongoDB server process. This issue affects MongoDB Server v5.0 versions prior to 5.0.14 and MongoDB Server v6.0 versions prior to 6.0.3. Required Configuration: Only environments with Linux as the underlying operating system is affected by this issue
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mongodb | Mongodb | >= 5.0.0, < 5.0.14 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://jira.mongodb.org/browse/SERVER-69507Issue TrackingVendor Advisory
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20250516-0009/
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-8207?
CVE-2024-8207 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.4 (MEDIUM). In certain highly specific configurations of the host system and MongoDB server binary installation on Linux Operating Systems, it may be possible for a unintended actor with host-level access to caus...
How severe is CVE-2024-8207?
CVE-2024-8207 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-8207?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Mongodb Mongodb, Linux Linux Kernel.