CVE-2019-2390: Code execution on Windows via OpenSSL engine injection
An unprivileged user or program on Microsoft Windows which can create OpenSSL configuration files in a fixed location may cause utility programs shipped with MongoDB server to run attacker defined code as the user running the utility. This issue affects: MongoDB Inc. MongoDB Server 4.0 prior to 4.0.11; 3.6 prior to 3.6.14; 3.4 prior to 3.4.22.
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An unprivileged user or program on Microsoft Windows which can create OpenSSL configuration files in a fixed location may cause utility programs shipped with MongoDB server to run attacker defined code as the user running the utility. This issue MongoDB Server v4.0 versions prior to 4.0.11; MongoDB Server v3.6 versions prior to 3.6.14 and MongoDB Server v3.4 prior to 3.4.22.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-2390?
The severity of CVE-2019-2390 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.
What is CVE-2019-2390?
CVE-2019-2390 is a vulnerability that allows an unprivileged user or program on Microsoft Windows to run attacker-defined code as the user running the utility programs shipped with MongoDB server.
How does CVE-2019-2390 affect MongoDB Server?
CVE-2019-2390 affects MongoDB Server versions 3.4.0 to 3.4.22, 3.6.0 to 3.6.14, and 4.0.0 to 4.0.11.
How can I fix CVE-2019-2390?
To fix CVE-2019-2390, it is recommended to upgrade MongoDB Server to a version that is not affected by the vulnerability.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-2390?
You can find more information about CVE-2019-2390 at the following reference: https://jira.mongodb.org/browse/SERVER-42233.