CVE-2025-3083: Malformed MongoDB wire protocol messages may cause mongos to crash

Published Apr 1, 2025
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Updated

Specifically crafted MongoDB wire protocol messages can cause mongos to crash during command validation. This can occur without using an authenticated connection. This issue affects MongoDB v5.0 versions prior to 5.0.31,  MongoDB v6.0 versions prior to 6.0.20 and MongoDB v7.0 versions prior to 7.0.16

Affected Software

6 affected components
MongoDB MongoDB<5.0.31
MongoDB MongoDB<6.0.20
MongoDB MongoDB<7.0.16
MongoDB MongoDB>=5.0.0<5.0.31
MongoDB MongoDB>=6.0.0<6.0.20
MongoDB MongoDB>=7.0.0<7.0.16

Event History

Apr 1, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:12 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:12 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·12:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-3083?

CVE-2025-3083 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to crash the MongoDB mongos process.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-3083?

To remediate CVE-2025-3083, upgrade to MongoDB version 5.0.31, 6.0.20, or later for version 7.0.

3

Which versions of MongoDB are affected by CVE-2025-3083?

MongoDB v5.0 versions prior to 5.0.31, v6.0 versions prior to 6.0.20, and v7.0 versions before 7.0.16 are affected by CVE-2025-3083.

4

Can CVE-2025-3083 be exploited using an unauthenticated connection?

Yes, CVE-2025-3083 can be exploited without using an authenticated connection.

5

What impact does CVE-2025-3083 have on MongoDB operations?

CVE-2025-3083 can lead to unexpected crashes of the mongos process during command validation, disrupting database operations.

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