CVE-2023-38860

An issue in LangChain v.0.0.231 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the prompt parameter

published August 15, 2023

CVSS
โ€”
EPSS
1%
Percentile
72.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

โš ๏ธ A crafty prompt opens the door for remote code execution right in LangChain v0.0.231! This sneaky vulnerability could let attackers run arbitrary code, so keep your guard up! ๐Ÿ”ฅ Think of it like a restaurant taking orders without checking the menu first โ€” if the server accepts any request, the kitchen might whip up something dangerous instead of a delicious meal. This is how attackers exploit the prompt parameter! An attacker could potentially run any code they want on the server, which could lead to data breaches, service disruptions, or even total system takeover. It's not just a simple prank; it could cause chaos!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant taking orders without checking the menu first โ€” if the server accepts any request, the kitchen might whip up something dangerous instead of a delicious meal. This is how attackers exploit the prompt parameter! This vulnerability allows remote code execution by manipulating the prompt parameter in LangChain v0.0.231, meaning the application might blindly execute potentially harmful code sent by an attacker.

What to do

An attacker could potentially run any code they want on the server, which could lead to data breaches, service disruptions, or even total system takeover. It's not just a simple prank; it could cause chaos! To protect your system, update LangChain to the latest version as soon as possible. Ensure you implement input validation on prompt parameters to reject unexpected content. Regularly monitor your systems for any suspicious activity! You've got this! With these steps, you'll be one step closer to securing your application! ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01417 ยท 72.6th percentile
Published
2023-08-15T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 15 AUG 00:00Z
    An issue in LangChain v.0.0.231 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the prompt parameter
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