CVE-2023-36258

An issue in LangChain before 0.0.236 allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code because Python code with os.system, exec, or eval can be used

published July 3, 2023

CVSS
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EPSS
1%
Percentile
64.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A hidden gem of a vulnerability in LangChain allows attackers to run arbitrary Python code! This means ill-intentioned users can take control with just a few sneaky commands! ⚡ Think of this as a restaurant where the order kitchen accepts any request without verifying it—chef's specials could quickly turn into a disaster if someone orders the wrong ingredients! An attacker could infiltrate your system, executing potentially harmful commands that may alter data, compromise security, or even take full control of your applications. This could lead to absolute chaos, making it vital to patch this vulnerability before it can be exploited!

Put simply

Think of this as a restaurant where the order kitchen accepts any request without verifying it—chef's specials could quickly turn into a disaster if someone orders the wrong ingredients! This vulnerability stems from the ability to use `os.system`, `exec`, or `eval` functions in LangChain versions before 0.0.236, permitting unauthorized code execution when fed untrusted input.

What to do

An attacker could infiltrate your system, executing potentially harmful commands that may alter data, compromise security, or even take full control of your applications. This could lead to absolute chaos, making it vital to patch this vulnerability before it can be exploited! Upgrade LangChain immediately to version 0.0.236 or later to eliminate this risk. Furthermore, review your code for any usage of `os.system`, `exec`, or `eval`, and ensure that you’re only executing trusted code. It's time for a security check! You've got this! With these steps, you'll be well on your way to securing your systems! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01074 · 64.7th percentile
Published
2023-07-03T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 03 JUL 00:00Z
    An issue in LangChain before 0.0.236 allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code because Python code with os.system, exec, or eval can be used
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