Resource Consumption Vulnerability in NousResearch Hermes-Agent Webhook Endpoint
CVE-2026-10224

6.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Nousresearch

Status
Hermes-agent
Vendor
CVE Published:
1 June 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-10224?

A security vulnerability has been identified in the NousResearch hermes-agent affecting versions up to 2026.4.30, specifically in the _handle_webhook_request function within the webhook endpoint. This vulnerability allows for potential remote exploitation that leads to excessive resource consumption. Public disclosure has occurred, raising concerns about its utilization in attacks. The vendor was notified of this issue but has not offered any response regarding its resolution.

Affected Version(s)

hermes-agent 2026.4.0

hermes-agent 2026.4.1

hermes-agent 2026.4.2

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-2026-10224 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/367503
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https://vuldb.com/vuln/367503/cti
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https://vuldb.com/cve/CVE-2026-10224
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
6.9
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
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

Eric-j (VulDB User)
VulDB CNA Team
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