CVE-2024-8057
Improper Access Control in danswer-ai/danswer
Description
In version 0.4.1 of danswer-ai/danswer, a vulnerability exists where a basic user can create credentials and link them to an existing connector. This issue arises because the system allows an unauthenticated attacker to sign up with a basic account and perform actions that should be restricted to admin users. This can lead to excessive resource consumption, potentially resulting in a Denial of Service (DoS) and other significant issues, impacting the system's stability and security.
INFO
Published Date :
March 20, 2025, 10:15 a.m.
Last Modified :
Oct. 15, 2025, 1:15 p.m.
Remotely Exploit :
Yes !
Source :
[email protected]
CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS 3.0 | MEDIUM | [email protected] |
Solution
- Update danswer-ai/danswer to a version that addresses this authentication issue.
- Review and restrict actions for basic user roles.
- Implement stricter access controls for credential management.
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CVE Modified by [email protected]
Oct. 15, 2025
Action Type Old Value New Value Added CWE CWE-306 Removed CWE CWE-284 -
New CVE Received by [email protected]
Mar. 20, 2025
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Description In version 0.4.1 of danswer-ai/danswer, a vulnerability exists where a basic user can create credentials and link them to an existing connector. This issue arises because the system allows an unauthenticated attacker to sign up with a basic account and perform actions that should be restricted to admin users. This can lead to excessive resource consumption, potentially resulting in a Denial of Service (DoS) and other significant issues, impacting the system's stability and security. Added CVSS V3 AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:L Added CWE CWE-284 Added Reference https://huntr.com/bounties/b5991b98-a721-4acd-8ef2-980e15682913