CVE-2024-7957 — CRITICAL (9.1)

Vulnerability Description

An arbitrary file overwrite vulnerability exists in the ZulipConnector of danswer-ai/danswer, affecting the latest version. The vulnerability arises from the load_credentials method, where user-controlled input for realm_name and zuliprc_content is used to construct file paths and write file contents. This allows attackers to overwrite or create arbitrary files if a zuliprc- directory already exists in the temporary directory.

CVSS Score

9.1

CRITICAL

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

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

NONE

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-29

References

https://huntr.com/bounties/21e9b909-036c-4544-ad35-6a5117836275

FAQ

What is CVE-2024-7957?

CVE-2024-7957 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.1 (CRITICAL). An arbitrary file overwrite vulnerability exists in the ZulipConnector of danswer-ai/danswer, affecting the latest version. The vulnerability arises from the load_credentials method, where user-contro...

How severe is CVE-2024-7957?

CVE-2024-7957 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-2024-7957?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.