CVE-2020-7924: Specific command line parameter might result in accepting invalid certificate
First published: Mon Apr 12 2021(Updated: )
Usage of specific command line parameter in MongoDB Tools which was originally intended to just skip hostname checks, may result in MongoDB skipping all certificate validation. This may result in accepting invalid certificates.This issue affects: MongoDB Inc. MongoDB Database Tools 3.6 versions later than 3.6.5; 3.6 versions prior to 3.6.21; 4.0 versions prior to 4.0.21; 4.2 versions prior to 4.2.11; 100 versions prior to 100.2.0. MongoDB Inc. Mongomirror 0 versions later than 0.6.0.
Credit: cna@mongodb.com cna@mongodb.com cna@mongodb.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| MongoDB Database Tools | >=3.6.5<3.6.21 | |
| MongoDB Database Tools | >=4.0.0<4.0.21 | |
| MongoDB Database Tools | >=4.2.0<4.2.11 | |
| MongoDB Database Tools | >=100.0.0<100.2.0 | |
| Mongodb Mongomirror | <0.6.0 | |
| go/github.com/mongodb/mongo-tools | >=100.0.0<100.2.0 | 100.2.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this MongoDB vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this MongoDB vulnerability is CVE-2020-7924.
What is the severity level of CVE-2020-7924?
The severity level of CVE-2020-7924 is medium.
Which MongoDB tools are affected by CVE-2020-7924?
The MongoDB Database Tools versions 3.6.5 to 3.6.21, 4.0.0 to 4.0.21, 4.2.0 to 4.2.11, and 100.0.0 to 100.2.0 are affected by CVE-2020-7924.
What is the impact of CVE-2020-7924?
The usage of a specific command line parameter may result in MongoDB skipping all certificate validation, potentially accepting invalid certificates.
How can I fix CVE-2020-7924?
To fix CVE-2020-7924, update the affected MongoDB Database Tools versions to the latest available version.
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