CVE-2024-42835

langflow v1.0.12 was discovered to contain a remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability via the PythonCodeTool component

Critical · published October 31, 2024

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
67.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A sneaky remote code execution vulnerability lurks in langflow v1.0.12, making it possible for attackers to execute any code they desire! 🔥 Think of it like a chef who can follow any recipe without checking the ingredients — a poorly secured kitchen could end up serving all sorts of dangerous dishes. 🍽️ An attacker could gain full control over the application, running arbitrary code that could leak sensitive information, compromise user accounts, or even take down the entire system! The implications are absolutely devastating — with the potential for a complete takeover, it’s a nightmare scenario for security teams.

Put simply

Think of it like a chef who can follow any recipe without checking the ingredients — a poorly secured kitchen could end up serving all sorts of dangerous dishes. 🍽️ This vulnerability in langflow arises from the PythonCodeTool component, allowing an attacker to craft malicious input that the application executes without adequate restrictions. This lack of safety checks transforms user inputs into commands that can execute on the server!

What to do

An attacker could gain full control over the application, running arbitrary code that could leak sensitive information, compromise user accounts, or even take down the entire system! The implications are absolutely devastating — with the potential for a complete takeover, it’s a nightmare scenario for security teams. To safeguard your system, promptly upgrade to langflow v1.0.13 or higher, which addresses this vulnerability. Also, consider implementing strict input validation and limiting code execution capabilities to mitigate future risks. You've got this! Follow these steps, and you’ll fortify your defenses in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01164 · 67.0th percentile
Published
2024-10-31T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 31 OCT 00:00Z
    langflow v1.0.12 was discovered to contain a remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability via the PythonCodeTool component
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