PatchTheCVECVE-2024-11958: A SQL injection vulnerability exists in the `duckdb_retriever` component of the run-llama/llama_index reposito
CVE-2024-11958 is a critical-severity flaw (CVSS 9.8) affecting llamaindex. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
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.
Why this priority
- Critical severity
- Public exploit reference
- Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 9.8 (Critical) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.4% (top 27%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-89 |
| Published | 2025-03-20 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2024-11958?
llamaindex: upgrade to 0.4.0. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2024-11958 being exploited?
CVE-2024-11958 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2024-11958 affect?
CVE-2024-11958 affects llamaindex. Severity is critical (CVSS 9.8). 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 state
How urgent is CVE-2024-11958?
Priority 63/100. Critical severity; Public exploit reference; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
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