CVE-2023-36188: Critical severity Langchain Langchain vulnerability

Published Jul 6, 2023
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Updated

An issue in langchain allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the PALChain parameter in the Python exec method.

Other sources

An issue in langchain v.0.0.64 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the PALChain parameter in the Python exec method.

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
pip/langchain<0.0.236
0.0.236
Langchain Langchain=0.0.64

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade pip/langchain to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 0.0.236

Event History

Jul 6, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Advisory Published
03:30 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-36188?

CVE-2023-36188 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-36188?

To mitigate CVE-2023-36188, upgrade langchain to a version greater than 0.0.236.

3

What is affected by CVE-2023-36188?

CVE-2023-36188 affects langchain version 0.0.64 and earlier releases.

4

Can CVE-2023-36188 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2023-36188 can be exploited by remote attackers through the PALChain parameter.

5

What programming languages are impacted by CVE-2023-36188?

CVE-2023-36188 specifically impacts Python applications using the langchain library.

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