Server-Side Request Forgery Vulnerability in ChatGPTNextWeb NextChat
CVE-2026-7178

6.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Chatgptnextweb

Status
Nextchat
Vendor
CVE Published:
27 April 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-7178?

A security flaw exists in the ChatGPTNextWeb NextChat application up to version 2.16.1, primarily affecting the 'storeUrl' function within the 'app/api/artifacts/route.ts' file. This vulnerability allows for server-side request forgery (SSRF) through manipulation of the argument ID, enabling remote attackers to initiate unauthorized requests. Although the issue was reported to the developers early on, there has been no response to address the problem. This oversight increases the risks associated with potential exploits, which have already been made available publicly.

Affected Version(s)

NextChat 2.16.0

NextChat 2.16.1

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-2026-7178 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/359780
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https://vuldb.com/vuln/359780/cti
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https://vuldb.com/submit/797646
third-party-advisory

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-b (VulDB User)
VulDB CNA Team
.