CVE-2024-8019

What it is

In lightning-ai/pytorch-lightning version 2.3.2, a vulnerability exists in the `LightningApp` when running on a Windows host. The vulnerability occurs at the `/api/v1/upload_file/` endpoint, allowing an attacker to write or overwrite arbitrary files by providing a crafted filename. This can lead to potential remote code execution (RCE) by overwriting critical files or placing malicious files in sensitive locations.

At a glance

Exploitability

Can be exploited over the network without logging in. High risk of data tampering, service disruption.

Exploit odds

1.1% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days (EPSS).

Fix

A patch, advisory or fixed version is referenced. Upgrade or apply it.

Timeline

1. 2025-03-20 10:15 UTC PublishedDisclosed publicly on CVE.org and NVD
2. 2026-06-17 08:21 UTC Last updatedMost recent change to the record

Details

Published

2025-03-20 10:15 UTC

Last modified

2026-06-17 08:21 UTC

Exploit probability

1.1% · EPSS, next 30 days

Weakness

CWE-434 · Unrestricted file upload

Record status

Analyzed

Affected

• Lightningai Pytorch Lightning 2.3.2

Attack profile CVSS 3.1 · 9.1

Attack vector

Network

Complexity

Low

Privileges needed

None

User interaction

None

Scope

Unchanged

Confidentiality

None

Integrity

High

Availability

High