Improper Authentication in NousResearch hermes-agent API Component
CVE-2026-7112

6.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Nousresearch

Status
Hermes-agent
Vendor
CVE Published:
27 April 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-7112?

A security flaw exists in the NousResearch hermes-agent version 0.8.0 involving the function _check_auth located in the file gateway/platforms/api_server.py. This vulnerability allows for improper authentication, potentially enabling remote attackers to manipulate user access and permissions. Although the complexity of the attack is noted as high, the exploitation remains a public concern due to the disclosure of the exploit details. Early notification was provided to the project through a pull request, yet no corrective action has been implemented.

Affected Version(s)

hermes-agent 0.8.0

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-2026-7112 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/359712
vdb-entrytechnical-description
https://vuldb.com/vuln/359712/cti
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https://vuldb.com/submit/800800
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
6.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
High
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)
VulDB CNA Team
.