OS Command Injection Vulnerability in mcollina Advanced Search Tool
CVE-2026-113378

4.8MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Mcollina

Status
Mcp-ripgrep
Vendor
CVE Published:
20 October 2026

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-113378?

A security issue has been identified in the mcollina mcp-ripgrep Advanced Search Tool affecting versions up to 0.4.0. This vulnerability allows for OS command injection through improper handling of the fileType argument within the src/index.ts file. The underlying problem stems from a CWE-78 oversight, where the escapeShellArg function does not provide sufficient protection for the fileType parameter, presenting a risk during local execution of commands. Users are advised to exercise caution when providing input, as the commands executed can impact the security of their systems. The exploit has been made public, highlighting an increased risk for users of this tool.

Affected Version(s)

mcp-ripgrep 0.1

mcp-ripgrep 0.2

mcp-ripgrep 0.3

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-2026-113378 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/422653
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https://vuldb.com/vuln/422653/cti
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https://vuldb.com/cve/CVE-2026-113378
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
4.8
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Local
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

sandh0t (VulDB User)
VulDB CNA Team
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