CVE-2026-7178: ChatGPTNextWeb NextChat Artifacts Endpoint route.ts storeUrl server-side request forgery

Published Apr 27, 2026
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Updated

A weakness has been identified in ChatGPTNextWeb NextChat up to 2.16.1. This affects the function storeUrl of the file app/api/artifacts/route.ts of the component Artifacts Endpoint. This manipulation of the argument ID causes server-side request forgery. It is possible to initiate the attack remotely. The exploit has been made available to the public and could be used for attacks. The project was informed of the problem early through an issue report but has not responded yet.

Affected Software

3 affected components
ChatGPTNextWeb NextChat<=2.16.1
NextChat NextChat=2.16.0
NextChat NextChat=2.16.1

Event History

Apr 27, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Oct 6, 58306
Event
via FIRST·04:18 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-7178?

CVE-2026-7178 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for server-side request forgery.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-7178?

To fix CVE-2026-7178, update your ChatGPTNextWeb NextChat application to version 2.16.2 or later.

3

What components are affected by CVE-2026-7178?

CVE-2026-7178 affects the Artifacts Endpoint in the ChatGPTNextWeb NextChat application, specifically the storeUrl function in route.ts.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-7178?

CVE-2026-7178 is a server-side request forgery (SSRF) vulnerability.

5

Who is impacted by CVE-2026-7178?

Users of ChatGPTNextWeb NextChat versions up to 2.16.1 are impacted by CVE-2026-7178.

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