Path Traversal Vulnerability in NousResearch Hermes-Agent
CVE-2026-14783

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Nousresearch

Status
Hermes-agent
Vendor
CVE Published:
5 July 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-14783?

A path traversal vulnerability was identified in NousResearch's Hermes-Agent 2026.5.29.2, specifically in the skill_view function within tools/skills_tool.py. Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by manipulating request parameters, potentially allowing unauthorized access to the filesystem. The issue has been publicly disclosed, and a patch (commit 56f833efa427ccb444c0f9ad1759af1012f2124d) is available to mitigate the risk. It is crucial for users of this product to apply the patch promptly to ensure their systems remain secure.

Affected Version(s)

hermes-agent 2026.5.29.2

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-2026-14783 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/376373
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https://vuldb.com/vuln/376373/cti
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https://vuldb.com/cve/CVE-2026-14783
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
5.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
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-y (VulDB User)
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