Deserialization Remote Code Execution in PyTorch by Meta AI
CVE-2024-48063

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Meta AI

Status
Vendor
CVE Published:
29 October 2024

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟣 EPSS 13%

What is CVE-2024-48063?

The RemoteModule feature in PyTorch versions up to 2.4.1 is subject to a deserialization vulnerability, potentially allowing for remote code execution. This issue has sparked dispute among users regarding its intended behavior within PyTorch’s distributed computing capabilities. While some parties highlight the risk of exploitation, others argue it is an inherent functionality of the framework. Developers utilizing PyTorch for distributed applications should thoroughly assess their implementations and consider the security implications of remote deserialization.

References

EPSS Score

13% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

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