OS Command Injection Vulnerability in FoundationAgents MetaGPT Software
CVE-2026-5972

6.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Foundationagents

Status
Metagpt
Vendor
CVE Published:
9 April 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-5972?

A vulnerability in FoundationAgents MetaGPT versions up to 0.8.1 allows for os command injection through the Terminal.run_command function in metagpt/tools/libs/terminal.py. This flaw enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands, posing significant security risks. The exploit has been publicly disclosed, making systems using vulnerable versions susceptible to remote attacks. Applying the recommended patch (d04ffc8dc67903e8b327f78ec121df5e190ffc7b) is crucial to mitigate this vulnerability and secure your environment.

Affected Version(s)

MetaGPT 0.8.0

MetaGPT 0.8.1

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-2026-5972 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/356526
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https://vuldb.com/vuln/356526/cti
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https://vuldb.com/submit/791745
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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

Eric-c (VulDB User)
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