CVE-2023-39661

An issue in pandas-ai v.0.9.1 and before allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the _is_jailbreak function

published August 15, 2023

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

โš ๏ธ A seemingly harmless function in pandas-ai could let attackers pull off some pretty wild tricks! ๐Ÿ Think of the _is_jailbreak function as a poorly designed doorbell that opens your front door without verification โ€” one untrustworthy visitor could stroll right in! ๐Ÿ  This vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code, meaning they could potentially gain control over your system. Imagine an uninvited guest not only entering your home but also rearranging your furniture or accessing your valuables. That's the level of chaos this could unleash!

Put simply

Think of the _is_jailbreak function as a poorly designed doorbell that opens your front door without verification โ€” one untrustworthy visitor could stroll right in! ๐Ÿ  The flaw in pandas-ai versions 0.9.1 and earlier lies in the _is_jailbreak function, which fails to properly validate input, enabling attackers to execute arbitrary remote code.

What to do

This vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code, meaning they could potentially gain control over your system. Imagine an uninvited guest not only entering your home but also rearranging your furniture or accessing your valuables. That's the level of chaos this could unleash! Upgrade to pandas-ai version 0.9.2 or later immediately to patch this vulnerability. Regularly audit your code and check for other potential vulnerabilities that might arise from untrusted inputs. Keep your dependencies up to date to avoid similar issues! You've got this! With a quick upgrade, you'll keep your system safe and sound! 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 pandas-ai v.0.9.1 and before allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the _is_jailbreak function
    cvelistv5