PraisonAI: Arbitrary File Read via `@file:` Mention Path Traversal
## Summary The MentionsParser in `src/praisonai-agents/praisonaiagents/tools/mentions.py` processes `@file:` mentions in agent prompts by reading arbitrary files from the filesystem. When a file path is not found relative to the workspace, the parser falls back to using the path as an absolute path without any validation or boundary check. This all...
CVSS 7.5 LOW. SENTINEL APEX recommends immediate patch evaluation. Intelligence from 1 confirmed source(s).
๐ Executive Summary
CYBERDUDEBIVASH SENTINEL APEX has confirmed a LOW-tier threat intelligence signal for GHSA-7e15249587f7315f affecting pip praisonaiagents. Composite threat score: 43/100. Intelligence corroborated across 1 source(s): github_advisories. CVSS base score: 7.5. Exploitation probability assessed as HIGH based on vulnerability characteristics.
โ ๏ธ Business Impact Analysis
- โ ๏ธ pip praisonaiagents users face material security risk requiring immediate remediation
๐ Attack Chain Analysis
Step-by-step attack chain based on observed TTPs and vulnerability characteristics:
| # | Phase | Attacker Action | MITRE |
|---|---|---|---|
1 |
Reconnaissance | Attacker identifies exposed praisonaiagents instances via Shodan, Censys, or targeted scanning | TA0043 |
2 |
Initial Access | Exploitation of GHSA-7e15249587f7315f in pip praisonaiagents | T1190 |
3 |
Persistence | Backdoor, scheduled task, or new admin account created for persistent access | T1053 |
4 |
Command & Control | Attacker establishes persistent C2 channel using HTTPS or DNS tunneling | T1071 |
5 |
Impact / Objectives | Intellectual property theft, espionage, cryptomining, or preparation for future attack stage | T1657 |
โ Deep Dive Analysis
This high-severity vulnerability in pip praisonaiagents (CVSS 7.5) represents a significant attack surface. SENTINEL APEX assesses exploitation to be technically feasible with moderate effort. Organizations running praisonaiagents in internet-facing or privileged positions face immediate risk.
SENTINEL APEX URGENCY: ELEVATED. Score: 43/100 LOW. Patch before exploitation activity begins.
๐ฏ MITRE ATT&CK Mapping
| Category | Mapping |
|---|---|
| Primary Tactic | ML Attack Staging |
| Primary Technique | AML.T0040 โ ML Attack Staging |
| Sub-Technique | AML.T0000 โ AI/ML System Enumeration |
| Weakness (CWE) | CWE-22 |
| Intel Type | ๐ด CVE ANALYSIS |
| Source(s) | github_advisories |
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๐ก๏ธ SOC Response Playbook
- 1IMMEDIATE (0-1hr): Identify all instances of praisonaiagents in your environment via CMDB/asset inventory
- 2IMMEDIATE (0-1hr): Apply vendor patch โ no maintenance window exception for LOW threats
- 3IMMEDIATE (1-2hr): If no patch available: implement WAF rules, ACLs, or network-level compensating controls
- 4SHORT-TERM (2-4hr): Deploy Sigma detection rule to SIEM โ validate alert generation in test environment
- 5SHORT-TERM (4-8hr): Review logs for exploitation indicators (anomalous praisonaiagents requests, error spikes)
- 6SHORT-TERM (8-24hr): Hunt for post-exploitation: new admin accounts, scheduled tasks, lateral movement
- 7MONITOR: Subscribe to pip security advisories for patch updates
- 8ONGOING: Track SENTINEL APEX intelligence feed for follow-on campaigns targeting praisonaiagents
๐ Intelligence References
- github.com/advisories/GHSA-2rcg-mm5h-xchx
- github.com/MervinPraison/PraisonAI/security/advisories/GHSA-2rcg-mm5h-
- github.com/advisories/GHSA-2rcg-mm5h-xchx
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Report ID: SENTINEL-GHSA-7e15249587f7315f-2026-06-18 | Priority: 43/100 LOW | Sources: 1
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