Is CVE-2024-11958 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2024-11958 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2024-11958 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2024-11958 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2024-11958?

CVE-2024-11958 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2024-11958

CWE-89Published: March 20, 2025· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

A SQL injection vulnerability exists in the `duckdb_retriever` component of the run-llama/llama_index repository, specifically in the latest version. The vulnerability arises from the construction of SQL queries without using prepared statements, allowing an attacker to inject arbitrary SQL code. This can lead to remote code execution (RCE) by installing the shellfs extension and executing malicious commands.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2024-11958 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.

A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.

From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-89): SQL injection vulnerabilities allow attackers to manipulate database queries, potentially exposing or modifying sensitive data.