CVE-2024-8196

Missing Authentication for Critical Function in mintplex-labs/anything-llm

Description

In mintplex-labs/anything-llm v1.5.11 desktop version for Windows, the application opens server port 3001 on 0.0.0.0 with no authentication by default. This vulnerability allows an attacker to gain full backend access, enabling them to perform actions such as deleting all data from the workspace.

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.0 •
EPSS 0.23%
Affected: mintplex-labs mintplex-labs/anything-llm
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://huntr.com/bounties/dbde1c71-7aa5-46f6-847a-d89793cf97a9
https://github.com/mintplex-labs/anything-llm/commit/9bfe477f10b188bfe3508ac29105df80d4522ece

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-8196?
CVE-2024-8196 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-8196?
To fix CVE-2024-8196, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2024-8196 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-8196 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2024-8196?
CVE-2024-8196 affects mintplex-labs mintplex-labs/anything-llm.
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