CVE-2018-25004 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

This CVE-2018-25004 article provides insights into a vulnerability affecting MongoDB Server versions prior to 4.0.6 and 3.6.11.

Understanding CVE-2018-25004

This section delves into the details of the CVE-2018-25004 vulnerability.

What is CVE-2018-25004?

The vulnerability involves a denial of service risk triggered by executing a specific query using a general explain command on a find query in MongoDB Server versions before 4.0.6 and 3.6.11.

The Impact of CVE-2018-25004

The vulnerability poses a medium severity risk with a CVSS base score of 4.9, affecting availability significantly.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-25004

Exploring the technical aspects of CVE-2018-25004.

Vulnerability Description

Authorized users executing a particular query may cause a denial of service by utilizing a general explain command on a find query.

Affected Systems and Versions

MongoDB Server versions prior to 4.0.6 for MongoDB Server v4.0
MongoDB Server versions prior to 3.6.11 for MongoDB Server v3.6

Exploitation Mechanism

Attack Complexity: Low
Attack Vector: Network
Privileges Required: High
Availability Impact: High

Mitigation and Prevention

Guidelines to mitigate and prevent CVE-2018-25004.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update MongoDB Server to versions 4.0.6 or 3.6.11 to eliminate the vulnerability.
Monitor and restrict query execution to prevent unauthorized commands.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly review and update MongoDB Server to the latest secure versions.
Implement access controls to limit query execution capabilities.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches and updates provided by MongoDB Inc. to address the vulnerability effectively.