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CVE-2025-6237:
Python vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
A critical vulnerability (CVE-2025-6237) was discovered in invokeai version v6.0.0a1 and below, reported on September 18, 2025. The vulnerability allows attackers to perform path traversal and arbitrary file deletion via the GET /api/v1/images/download/{bulk_download_item_name} endpoint (NVD).
Technical details
The vulnerability enables attackers to manipulate filename arguments in the GET /api/v1/images/download/{bulk_download_item_name} endpoint, allowing them to read and delete any files on the server, including critical system files such as SSH keys, databases, and configuration files. The vulnerability has received a CVSS v3.0 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL) with the vector string CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H. The weakness is classified as CWE-73 (External Control of File Name or Path) (NVD).
Impact
The vulnerability has severe implications for system security, affecting confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Attackers can access and delete critical system files including SSH keys, databases, and configuration files, potentially leading to system compromise and data loss (NVD).
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