Local Access Vulnerability in NousResearch Hermes-Agent CLI Web-Dashboard
CVE-2026-9369

4.8MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Nousresearch

Status
Hermes-agent
Vendor
CVE Published:
24 May 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-9369?

A security flaw has been identified in the NousResearch Hermes-Agent product, specifically within the _discover_dashboard_plugins function of the CLI web-dashboard interface. The vulnerability stems from an incorrect comparison triggered by manipulating the HERMES_ENABLE_PROJECT_PLUGINS argument. This issue can only be exploited by someone with local access to the system, raising potential concerns for user data and system operations. An exploit for this vulnerability has been publicly released, heightening the urgency for users to assess their security posture. Despite early communication with the vendor, no response has been received regarding this critical disclosure.

Affected Version(s)

hermes-agent 2026.4.23

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-2026-9369 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/365332
vdb-entrytechnical-description
https://vuldb.com/vuln/365332/cti
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https://vuldb.com/submit/812230
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
4.8
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Local
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-i (VulDB User)
VulDB CNA Team
.