Is CVE-2024-2221 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2024-2221 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2024-2221 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2024-2221 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2024-2221?

CVE-2024-2221 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2024-2221

CWE-434Published: April 10, 2024· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

qdrant/qdrant is vulnerable to a path traversal and arbitrary file upload vulnerability via the `/collections/{COLLECTION}/snapshots/upload` endpoint, specifically through the `snapshot` parameter. This vulnerability allows attackers to upload and overwrite any file on the filesystem, leading to potential remote code execution. This issue affects the integrity and availability of the system, enabling unauthorized access and potentially causing the server to malfunction.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

Qdrant is vulnerable to path traversal and arbitrary file upload, which can lead to remote code execution. This critical flaw allows an attacker to overwrite files on the filesystem.

No public exploit is known, and the vulnerability is not in the KEV catalog. It is remotely exploitable.

Recommended Action

Update Qdrant to version 1.7.4 or later and restrict access to the snapshot upload API.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2024-2221 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.