OS Command Injection Vulnerability in wonderwhy-er DesktopCommanderMCP
CVE-2025-11490

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Wonderwhy-er

Status
Desktopcommandermcp
Vendor
CVE Published:
8 October 2025

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2025-11490?

A vulnerability exists in wonderwhy-er DesktopCommanderMCP versions up to 0.2.13, specifically in the extractBaseCommand function of the Absolute Path Handler component. This flaw allows for OS command injection, which can be exploited remotely. The issue arises when the AI unexpectedly utilizes commands without absolute paths, creating a potential security risk. While the vendor acknowledges the possibility of exploitation, they have yet to receive reports of it affecting actual workflows. This issue remains open for further investigation and review.

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Affected Version(s)

DesktopCommanderMCP 0.2.0

DesktopCommanderMCP 0.2.1

DesktopCommanderMCP 0.2.2

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2025-11490 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.327609
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.327609
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.668005
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CVSS V4

Score:
5.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

crem (VulDB User)
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