DOS via Invalid Upload Request
A vulnerability in the `upload-link` endpoint of AnythingLLM allows for a Denial of Service (DOS) by shutting down the server when an invalid upload request is sent. This issue affects the latest version prior to 1.0.0, which contains the patch.
Available publicly on Jun 19 2024 | Available with Premium on May 22 2024
Remediation Steps
- Update AnythingLLM to version 1.0.0 or later.
- Ensure input validation is properly implemented for all endpoints, especially those handling file uploads.
- Regularly audit and test application endpoints for similar vulnerabilities.
- Consider implementing rate limiting and anomaly detection mechanisms to identify and mitigate potential DOS attacks.
Patch Details
- Fixed Version: 1.0.0
- Patch Commit: https://github.com/mintplex-labs/anything-llm/commit/e2439c6d4c3cfdacd96cd1b7b92d1f89c3cc8459
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