CVE-2026-54149: MaxKB MCP tool import validation bypass allows post-authentication remote code execution

Published Jul 10, 2026
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Updated

MaxKB is an open-source AI assistant for enterprise. Prior to 2.10.0-lts, MaxKB tool import functionality in apps/tools/serializers/tool.py and MCP referencing mode in apps/application/chatpipeline/step/chatstep/impl/basechatstep.py do not consistently validate MCP transport type, allowing an authenticated user to import a .tool file containing stdio transport with malicious commands and trigger the configuration through an AI Chat node so MultiServerMCPClient executes arbitrary system commands. This issue is fixed in version 2.10.0-lts.

Affected Software

1 affected component
MaxKB<2.10.0-lts

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade MaxKB to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 2.10.0-lts

Event History

Jul 10, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:05 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:05 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-54149?

The severity of CVE-2026-54149 is rated high with a score of 8.8.

2

What type of vulnerability is identified in CVE-2026-54149?

CVE-2026-54149 is categorized as an OS Command Injection vulnerability.

3

How do I fix CVE-2026-54149?

To fix CVE-2026-54149, update your MaxKB software to version 2.10.0-lts or later.

4

What can be exploited in CVE-2026-54149?

CVE-2026-54149 allows for post-authentication remote code execution due to import validation bypass.

5

Which components are affected by CVE-2026-54149?

CVE-2026-54149 affects the tool import functionality and MCP referencing mode in MaxKB applications.

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