Mindsdb
CVE-2026-27483
HIGH
GHSA-4894-xqv6-vrfq
Attack ChainAIDerived
Hypothetical attack flow derived from CVE metadata – not a confirmed exploit chain
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AccessAuthenticate to MindsDB platform
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DeliveryUpload file via /api/files endpoint
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ExploitInject path traversal sequences in filename
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ExecutionWrite malicious file outside upload directory
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ImpactExecute arbitrary code
Vulnerability Assessment
| Weakness |
CWE
OWASP Top 10:2025
A01:2025 - Broken Access Control
ASVS 5.0
V5 - File Handling Path canonicalization, traversal prevention
MITRE ATT&CK
2 techniques across 2 tactics: Discovery, Collection The technique list with ATT&CK links and the kill-chain view is part of the Basic plan and up. |
| Exploitation Conditions | Authenticated user account required on MindsDB instance prior to version 25.9.1.1. The /api/files multipart upload endpoint must lack filename sanitization. Attacker must have valid credentials to access the upload functionality. |
| Impact | CVSS 8.8 (HIGH). Attack vector: Network. Complexity: Low. Privileges required: Low. User interaction: None. Exploitation requires authentication. Exploitable via remote/network. Public exploit/POC available. |
| Exploit ScenarioDerived | A remote attacker (requires authentication) could exploit this vulnerability to compromise the affected system. |
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Alert meAnalysisAIv1 – Mar 12, 2026
Remote code execution in MindsDB prior to version 25.9.1.1 allows authenticated attackers to bypass file upload restrictions through path traversal in the /api/files endpoint. An attacker can exploit insufficient filename validation to write arbitrary files to any location on the server, achieving command execution. Public exploit code exists for this vulnerability.
Earlier versions of this analysis (1)
MindsDB is a platform for building artificial intelligence from enterprise data. Prior to version 25.9.1.1, there is a path traversal vulnerability in Mindsdb's /api/files interface, which an authenticated attacker can exploit to achieve remote command execution. [CVSS 8.8 HIGH]
RemediationAI
A vendor patch is available — apply it immediately. Validate and sanitize file path inputs. Use allowlists. Restrict network access to the affected service where possible.
Affected Packages
Source: OSV (Open Source Vulnerabilities)
Affects your stack
Affects 1 package in pypi
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Technical ContextAI · show details
Classified as CWE-22 (Path Traversal). Affects Mindsdb. MindsDB is a platform for building artificial intelligence from enterprise data. Prior to version 25.9.1.1, there is a path traversal vulnerability in Mindsdb's /api/files interface, which an authenticated attacker can exploit to achieve remote command execution. The vulnerability exists in the "Upload File" module, which corresponds to the API endpoint /api/files. Since the multipart file upload does not perform security checks on the uploaded file path, an attacker can perform path traversal b
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Severity by source
AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Primary rating from GitHub Advisory · only source for this CVE.
CVSS VectorGitHub Advisory
Lifecycle Timeline
3DescriptionGitHub Advisory
MindsDB is a platform for building artificial intelligence from enterprise data. Prior to version 25.9.1.1, there is a path traversal vulnerability in Mindsdb's /api/files interface, which an authenticated attacker can exploit to achieve remote command execution. The vulnerability exists in the "Upload File" module, which corresponds to the API endpoint /api/files. Since the multipart file upload does not perform security checks on the uploaded file path, an attacker can perform path traversal by using ../ sequences in the filename field. The file write operation occurs before calling clear_filename and save_file, meaning there is no filtering of filenames or file types, allowing arbitrary content to be written to any path on the server. Version 25.9.1.1 patches the issue.
Executive ViewAI
MindsDB deployments are vulnerable to remote command execution through an authenticated path traversal flaw, allowing attackers with valid credentials to execute arbitrary commands on affected systems. Organizations using MindsDB should prioritize immediate patching to prevent potential data breach, system compromise, and operational disruption.
Apply vendor patch. If immediate patching is unavailable: (1) Restrict /api/files endpoint access via WAF or reverse proxy to trusted IPs only; (2) Disable the /api/files interface if not operationally required; (3) Implement strict network segmentation to isolate MindsDB from sensitive systems; (4) Enable comprehensive API logging and alerting for suspicious path traversal patterns; (5) Enforce multi-factor authentication for MindsDB user accounts to reduce authenticated attack surface.
Threat Intelligence Overview
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Attack Technique
Path traversal exploits occur when applications use user-controlled input to construct file system paths without proper validation.
Affected Products (CPE)GitHub Advisory
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An arbitrary code execution vulnerability exists in versions 23.10.5.0 up to 24.7.4.1 of the MindsDB platform, when the
An arbitrary code execution vulnerability exists in versions 23.10.5.0 up to 24.7.4.1 of the MindsDB platform, when the
An arbitrary code execution vulnerability exists in versions 23.10.5.0 up to 24.7.4.1 of the MindsDB platform, when the
An arbitrary code execution vulnerability exists in versions 23.12.4.0 up to 24.7.4.1 of the MindsDB platform, when the
An arbitrary code execution vulnerability exists in versions 23.11.4.2 up to 24.7.4.1 of the MindsDB platform, when one
An arbitrary code execution vulnerability exists in versions 23.10.3.0 up to 24.7.4.1 of the MindsDB platform, when the
MindsDB is a platform for building artificial intelligence from enterprise data. Prior to version 25.11.1, an unauthenti
Deserialization of untrusted data can occur in versions 23.10.2.0 and newer of the MindsDB platform, enabling a maliciou
Deserialization of untrusted data can occur in versions 23.10.3.0 and newer of the MindsDB platform, enabling a maliciou