CVE-2024-6255

Name: CVE-2024-6255
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2024-07-31T01:15:09.847+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

CRITICALCVSS 9.1/10EPSS 13.09%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2024-6255 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.1/10 on the CVSS scale. A vulnerability in the JSON file handling of gaizhenbiao/chuanhuchatgpt version 20240410 allows any user to delete any JSON file on the server, including critical configuration files such as `config.json` and `ds_config_chatbot.json`. This issue arises due to improper validation of file paths, enabling directory traversal attacks. EPSS estimates a 13.09% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A vulnerability in the JSON file handling of gaizhenbiao/chuanhuchatgpt version 20240410 allows any user to delete any JSON file on the server, including critical configuration files such as `config.json` and `ds_config_chatbot.json`. This issue arises due to improper validation of file paths, enabling directory traversal attacks. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability to disrupt the functioning of the system, manipulate settings, or potentially cause data loss or corruption.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

9.1/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

13.09%

95.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Gaizhenbiao	Chuanhuchatgpt	20240410

References

https://huntr.com/bounties/48f3e370-6dcd-4f38-9350-d0419b3a7f82Exploit, Issue Tracking, Technical Description
https://huntr.com/bounties/48f3e370-6dcd-4f38-9350-d0419b3a7f82Exploit, Issue Tracking, Technical Description

Timeline

Published: Jul 31, 2024
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-6255?

How severe is CVE-2024-6255?

CVE-2024-6255 has a CVSS score of 9.1/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 13.09% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2024-6255?

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Source: NVD / NIST