CVE-2024-5181: localai Command Injection

Description

A command injection vulnerability exists in the mudler/localai version 2.14.0. The vulnerability arises from the application's handling of the backend parameter in the configuration file, which is used in the name of the initialized process. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by manipulating the path of the vulnerable binary file specified in the backend parameter, allowing the execution of arbitrary code on the system. This issue is due to improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command, leading to potential full control over the affected system.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

9.8

CRITICAL

CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-78 OS Command Injection

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
mudler	localai	All

References

Advisories & Patches

https://github.com/mudler/localai/commit/1a3dedece06cab1acc3332055d285ac540a47f0e https://github.com/mudler/localai/commit/1a3dedece06cab1acc3332055d285ac540a47f0e

Exploits

https://huntr.com/bounties/c6e3cb58-6fa4-4207-bb92-ae7644174661 https://huntr.com/bounties/c6e3cb58-6fa4-4207-bb92-ae7644174661

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-5181? +

A command injection vulnerability exists in the mudler/localai version 2.14.0. The vulnerability arises from the application's handling of the backend parameter in the configuration file, which is used in the name of the initialized process. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by manipulating the path of the vulnerable binary file specified in the backend parameter, allowing the execution of arbitrary code on the system. This issue is due to improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command, leading to potential full control over the affected system. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

How severe is CVE-2024-5181? +

CVE-2024-5181 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 9.8 out of 10, rated CRITICAL. This is a critical vulnerability that should be patched immediately.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-5181? +

CVE-2024-5181 affects products from mudler, specifically: localai. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2024-5181? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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