Vulnerability Description
Gradio is an open-source Python package designed for quick prototyping. This vulnerability involves **insecure communication** between the FRP (Fast Reverse Proxy) client and server when Gradio's `share=True` option is used. HTTPS is not enforced on the connection, allowing attackers to intercept and read files uploaded to the Gradio server, as well as modify responses or data sent between the client and server. This impacts users who are sharing Gradio demos publicly over the internet using `share=True` without proper encryption, exposing sensitive data to potential eavesdroppers. Users are advised to upgrade to `gradio>=5` to address this issue. As a workaround, users can avoid using `share=True` in production environments and instead host their Gradio applications on servers with HTTPS enabled to ensure secure communication.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gradio Project | Gradio | < 5.0.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/gradio-app/gradio/security/advisories/GHSA-279j-x4gx-hfrhThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-47871?
CVE-2024-47871 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.1 (CRITICAL). Gradio is an open-source Python package designed for quick prototyping. This vulnerability involves **insecure communication** between the FRP (Fast Reverse Proxy) client and server when Gradio's `sha...
How severe is CVE-2024-47871?
CVE-2024-47871 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.1/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-47871?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Gradio Project Gradio.