CVE-2024-6396
CriticalExploitedPublic exploitA vulnerability in the _backup_run function in aimhubio/aim version 3.19.3 allows remote attackers to overwrite any file on the host server and exfiltrate arbitrary data.
Published Jul 11, 2024 · Updated Aug 12, 2026
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2024-6396 is a critical-severity vulnerability (CVSS 9.8 v3.1) affecting Aim (Aimstack), aimhubio/aim.
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV since Sep 16, 2024. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 53% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
9.8
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
53%
Higher than 98.9% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
2 catalog listings
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
A vulnerability in the _backup_run function in aimhubio/aim version 3.19.3 allows remote attackers to overwrite any file on the host server and exfiltrate arbitrary data. The vulnerability arises due to improper handling of the run_hash and repo.path parameters, which can be manipulated to create and write to arbitrary file paths. This can lead to denial of service by overwriting critical system files, loss of private data, and potential remote code execution.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry KEV feed | Sep 16, 2024 | n/a | Not reported |
| CIRCL KEV | Sep 16, 2024 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply remediations or mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if remediation or mitigations are unavailable.
Affected Products
2 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| AimAimstack | 3.19.3 | n/a |
| aimhubio/aim | >= unspecified | n/a |
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Jul 11, 2024
Added to Industry KEV feed
Sep 16, 2024
Added to CIRCL KEV
Sep 16, 2024
Last updated
Aug 12, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-29 Path Traversal: '\..\filename'
References
- advisoryhttps://github.com/CVEProject/cvelistV5/tree/main/cves/2024/6xxx/CVE-2024-6396.json
- advisoryhttps://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-6396
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
FAQ
Common Questions.
A vulnerability in the _backup_run function in aimhubio/aim version 3.19.3 allows remote attackers to overwrite any file on the host server and exfiltrate arbitrary data.
Affected: Aim (Aimstack) versions 3.19.3; aimhubio/aim versions >= unspecified. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV since Sep 16, 2024.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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