RCE in Run-Llama Run-Llama/llama Index

CVE-2024-3098

A vulnerability was identified in the `exec_utils` class of the `llama_index` package, specifically within the `safe_eval` function, allowing for prompt injection leading to arbitrary code execution. This issue arises due to insufficient validation of input, which can be exploited to bypass method restrictions and execute unauthorized code. The vulnerability is a bypass of the previously addressed CVE-2023-39662, demonstrated through a proof of concept that creates a file on the system by exploiting the flaw.

Vulnerability class: RCE (Remote Code Execution)

EPSS: 0.010 (57.7th percentile) — read the EPSS interpretation.

CVSS v3 metric

CVSS v3 base score 9.8 (Critical). Vector: CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H.

Affected products

Weakness classification (CWE)

Public proof-of-concept exploits

References

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-3098?
CVE-2024-3098 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Run-Llama Run-Llama/llama Index, classified under Code Injection. CVSS score: 9.8/10. Published 2024-04-10.
How severe is CVE-2024-3098?
Critical severity. CVSS v3 base score is 9.8 out of 10.
Is CVE-2024-3098 known to be exploited?
1 public proof-of-concept repositories are indexed. Not currently listed in the CISA KEV catalog.