Unrestricted File Upload Vulnerability in PromtEngineer LocalGPT
CVE-2026-5001

6.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Promtengineer

Status
Localgpt
Vendor
CVE Published:
28 March 2026

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-5001?

A vulnerability has been identified in PromtEngineer LocalGPT that allows unauthorized remote file uploads via the 'do_POST' function in the 'backend/server.py' file. This flaw enables attackers to manipulate the system and potentially execute arbitrary code, compromising the integrity of the application. The product follows a rolling release strategy, which makes it difficult to specify exact affected or updated versions. Despite early notification, the vendor has not addressed this issue or provided a response.

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Affected Version(s)

localGPT 4d41c7d1713b16b216d8e062e51a5dd88b20b054

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-2026-5001 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/353888
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https://vuldb.com/vuln/353888/cti
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https://vuldb.com/submit/778316
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CVSS V4

Score:
6.9
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

Yu_Bao (VulDB User)
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