CVE-2024-11394: Hugging Face Transformers Trax Model Deserialization of Untrusted Data Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Description
Hugging Face Transformers Trax Model Deserialization of Untrusted Data Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Hugging Face Transformers. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
The specific flaw exists within the handling of model files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in deserialization of untrusted data. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current user. Was ZDI-CAN-25012.
Classification
CVE ID: CVE-2024-11394
CVSS Base Severity: HIGH
CVSS Base Score: 8.8
Affected Products
Vendor: Hugging Face
Product: Transformers
Exploit Prediction Scoring System (EPSS)
EPSS Score: 0.11% (probability of being exploited)
EPSS Percentile: 44.67% (scored less or equal to compared to others)
EPSS Date: 2025-02-03 (when was this score calculated)