CVE-2013-4650
First published: Thu Jul 04 2013(Updated: )
MongoDB 2.4.x before 2.4.5 and 2.5.x before 2.5.1 allows remote authenticated users to obtain internal system privileges by leveraging a username of __system in an arbitrary database.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| MongoDB | =2.4.0 | |
| MongoDB | =2.4.1 | |
| MongoDB | =2.4.2 | |
| MongoDB | =2.4.3 | |
| MongoDB | =2.4.4 | |
| MongoDB | =2.5.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-4650?
CVE-2013-4650 is considered a high severity vulnerability that can lead to unauthorized privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2013-4650?
To fix CVE-2013-4650, upgrade your MongoDB installation to version 2.4.5 or 2.5.1 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2013-4650?
Users of MongoDB versions 2.4.0 to 2.4.4 and 2.5.0 are affected by CVE-2013-4650.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2013-4650?
CVE-2013-4650 is a privilege escalation vulnerability affecting MongoDB.
Can remote attackers exploit CVE-2013-4650?
Yes, remote authenticated users can exploit CVE-2013-4650 to gain internal system privileges.
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