Vulnerability Description
Kotaemon through 0.12.0 fails to properly validate conversation ownership in select_conv, delete_conv, rename_conv, and on_set_public_conversation functions in control.py. Attackers can read other users' chat histories, delete conversations, or rename conversations by supplying arbitrary conversation identifiers without proper authorization checks.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/Cinnamon/kotaemon
- https://github.com/Cinnamon/kotaemon/blob/9ad3e4e49aa35b8acddd235918a5d9753c1cfd
- https://github.com/Cinnamon/kotaemon/issues/846
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/kotaemon-missing-ownership-check-in-convers
- https://github.com/Cinnamon/kotaemon/issues/846
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-82281?
CVE-2026-82281 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.4 (HIGH). Kotaemon through 0.12.0 fails to properly validate conversation ownership in select_conv, delete_conv, rename_conv, and on_set_public_conversation functions in control.py. Attackers can read other use...
How severe is CVE-2026-82281?
CVE-2026-82281 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-82281?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.