CVE-2025-23061: Code Injection
First published: Wed Jan 15 2025(Updated: )
Mongoose before 8.9.5 can improperly use a nested $where filter with a populate() match, leading to search injection. NOTE: this issue exists because of an incomplete fix for CVE-2024-53900.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| npm/mongoose | <6.13.6 | 6.13.6 |
| npm/mongoose | >=7.0.0-rc0<7.8.4 | 7.8.4 |
| npm/mongoose | >=8.0.0-rc0<8.9.5 | 8.9.5 |
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Reference Links
- https://github.com/Automattic/mongoose/releases/tag/8.9.5
- https://github.com/Automattic/mongoose/commit/64a9f9706f2428c49e0cfb8e223065acc645f7bc
- https://github.com/Automattic/mongoose/blob/master/CHANGELOG.md
- https://www.npmjs.com/package/mongoose?activeTab=versions
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2025-23061
- https://github.com/Automattic/mongoose/compare/6.13.5...6.13.6
- https://github.com/Automattic/mongoose/compare/7.8.3...7.8.4
- https://github.com/Automattic/mongoose/compare/8.9.4...8.9.5
- https://github.com/Automattic/mongoose/releases/tag/6.13.6
- https://github.com/Automattic/mongoose/releases/tag/7.8.4
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-m7xq-9374-9rvx
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-vg7j-7cwx-8wgw (Advisory)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-23061?
CVE-2025-23061 is considered a significant vulnerability due to its potential for search injection.
How do I fix CVE-2025-23061?
To fix CVE-2025-23061, upgrade Mongoose to version 8.9.5 or higher, or to version 7.8.4 and above.
Which versions of Mongoose are affected by CVE-2025-23061?
Affected versions of Mongoose include any version before 8.9.5, 7.8.4, and 6.13.6.
What causes the vulnerability CVE-2025-23061?
CVE-2025-23061 is caused by Mongoose improperly using a nested $where filter with a populate() match.
Is there a related vulnerability to CVE-2025-23061?
Yes, CVE-2025-23061 exists due to an incomplete fix for CVE-2024-53900.
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