CVE-2025-6714: Incorrect Handling of incomplete data may prevent mongoS from Accepting New Connections
MongoDB Server's mongos component can become unresponsive to new connections due to incorrect handling of incomplete data. This affects MongoDB when configured with load balancer support. This issue affects MongoDB Server v6.0 prior to 6.0.23, MongoDB Server v7.0 prior to 7.0.20 and MongoDB Server v8.0 prior to 8.0.9
Required Configuration:
This affects MongoDB sharded clusters when configured with load balancer support for mongos using HAProxy on specified ports.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
MongoDB Server (mongos)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.0.23 - Upgrade
Upgrade
MongoDB Server (mongos)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 7.0.20 - Upgrade
Upgrade
MongoDB Server (mongos)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 8.0.9
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-6714?
CVE-2025-6714 has been classified as a moderate severity vulnerability affecting MongoDB servers.
How do I fix CVE-2025-6714?
To fix CVE-2025-6714, upgrade your MongoDB server to version 6.0.23 or 7.0.20 or later.
Which products are affected by CVE-2025-6714?
CVE-2025-6714 affects MongoDB Server versions prior to 6.0.23, 7.0.20, and 8.0.9.
What impact does CVE-2025-6714 have on MongoDB systems?
CVE-2025-6714 can cause the mongos component of MongoDB to become unresponsive to new connections.
Is a load balancer configuration necessary for CVE-2025-6714?
Yes, CVE-2025-6714 specifically affects MongoDB when it is configured with load balancer support.