CVE-2025-54131

Cursor bypasses its allow list to execute arbitrary commands

Description

Cursor is a code editor built for programming with AI. In versions below 1.3, an attacker can bypass the allow list in auto-run mode with a backtick (`) or $(cmd). If a user has swapped Cursor from its default settings (requiring approval for every terminal call) to an allowlist, an attacker can execute arbitrary command execution outside of the allowlist without user approval. An attacker can trigger this vulnerability if chained with indirect prompt injection. This is fixed in version 1.3.

Category

6.4
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.03%
Vendor Advisory github.com
Affected: cursor cursor
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/cursor/cursor/security/advisories/GHSA-534m-3w6r-8pqr vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2025-54131?
CVE-2025-54131 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2025-54131?
To fix CVE-2025-54131, 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-2025-54131 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2025-54131 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-2025-54131?
CVE-2025-54131 affects cursor cursor.
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