MongoDB version 2.0.41 represents a minor update over its predecessor, version 2.0.40, primarily focusing on internal dependency adjustments. Both versions serve as a legacy driver emulation layer built atop the mongodb-core library, offering developers a familiar interface while leveraging a more modern underlying architecture.
The key difference lies in the updated mongodb-core dependency; version 2.0.41 utilizes mongodb-core version 1.2.10, whereas version 2.0.40 relies on version 1.2.9. This subtle change likely incorporates bug fixes, performance enhancements, or minor feature additions within the core driver. Developers should consult the mongodb-core changelog for detailed information on the specific improvements included in this patch.
Both versions share an identical set of dependencies, including es6-promise for asynchronous operation support and readable-stream for handling streaming data. The devDependencies also remain unchanged, indicating no alterations to the testing, documentation, or build processes. This suggests that the update primarily addresses internal improvements without introducing significant API changes or new functionalities.
Developers already using MongoDB 2.0.40 should consider upgrading to 2.0.41 to benefit from the potential improvements within the updated mongodb-core dependency. The impact of the upgrade should be minimal, although testing is always recommended to ensure compatibility with existing applications. New projects can directly utilize version 2.0.41 for the most up-to-date legacy driver experience.
All the vulnerabilities related to the version 2.0.41 of the package
Denial of Service in mongodb
Versions of mongodb prior to 3.1.13 are vulnerable to Denial of Service. The package fails to properly catch an exception when a collection name is invalid and the DB does not exist, crashing the application.
Upgrade to version 3.1.13 or later.
Deserialization of Untrusted Data in bson
Incorrect parsing of certain JSON input may result in js-bson not correctly serializing BSON. This may cause unexpected application behaviour including data disclosure.
Deserialization of Untrusted Data in bson
All versions of bson before 1.1.4 are vulnerable to Deserialization of Untrusted Data. The package will ignore an unknown value for an object's _bsontype, leading to cases where an object is serialized as a document rather than the intended BSON type.
DLL Injection in kerberos
Version of kerberos prior to 1.0.0 are vulnerable to DLL Injection. The package loads DLLs without specifying a full path. This may allow attackers to create a file with the same name in a folder that precedes the intended file in the DLL path search. Doing so would allow attackers to execute arbitrary code in the machine.
Upgrade to version 1.0.0 or later.
