CVE-2024-4287
CVE-2024-4287 is a high-severity vulnerability in Mintplexlabs Anythingllm with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-20.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.2)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (45th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2024-32837
- Weakness: CWE-20
- Affected product: Mintplexlabs Anythingllm
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
In mintplex-labs/anything-llm, a vulnerability exists due to improper input validation in the workspace update process. Specifically, the application fails to validate or format JSON data sent in an HTTP POST request to `/api/workspace/:workspace-slug/update`, allowing it to be executed as part of a database query without restrictions. This flaw enables users with a manager role to craft a request that includes nested write operations, effectively allowing them to create new Administrator accounts.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2024-4287?
- In mintplex-labs/anything-llm, a vulnerability exists due to improper input validation in the workspace update process. Specifically, the application fails to validate or format JSON data sent in an HTTP POST request to `/api/workspace/:workspace-slug/update`, allowing it to be executed as part of a database query without restrictions. This flaw enables users with a manager role to craft a request that includes nested write operations, effectively allowing them to create new Administrator accounts.
- How severe is CVE-2024-4287?
- CVE-2024-4287 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires high privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2024-4287 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (45th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2024-4287?
- CVE-2024-4287 affects Mintplexlabs Anythingllm. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2024-4287?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- Does CVE-2024-4287 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
- Yes. CVE-2024-4287 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-32837.
- When was CVE-2024-4287 published?
- CVE-2024-4287 was published on 2024-05-20 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
- https://github.com/mintplex-labs/anything-llm/commit/94b58249a37a21b1c08deaa2d1edfdecbb6deb18
- https://huntr.com/bounties/34491fb7-5133-4e80-8782-74124350bbdb
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:mintplexlabs:anythingllm:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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