CVE-2026-115727
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AI Threat Summary
CVE-2026-115727 is a high-severity vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.1 affecting the target software. Threat hunters should monitor for exploit attempts and apply vendor patches immediately.
Description
AgenticSeek before commit 409840c contains a remote code execution vulnerability because llm_server/app.py hardcodes Flask debug mode while binding to all interfaces. Attackers who reach the server port and obtain the derivable Werkzeug debugger PIN can execute Python code and operating system commands with llm_server privileges.
Attack Chain
Attacker identifies vulnerable service instances using Shodan, Censys, or active scanning
Attacker crafts malicious payload exploiting CVE-2026-115727 to achieve remote code execution
Attacker executes arbitrary OS commands or shellcode in the context of the vulnerable process
Attacker installs backdoor, cron job, or web shell for persistent access
Attacker uses compromised host as pivot point to access internal network resources
MITRE ATT&CK Techniques
Attacker exploits the vulnerability in an internet-facing service to gain initial access
Post-exploitation shell commands executed through the vulnerability
Attacker downloads malware or tools after gaining code execution
Indicators of Compromise
| Type | Value | Description | |
|---|---|---|---|
| user_agent | Mozilla/5.0 (compatible; exploit/1.0) |
Generic exploit scanner user agent pattern | |
| url | /api/vuln-endpoint?payload=<malicious> |
Exploit attempt against application endpoint — monitor access logs for anomalous params | |
| registry_key | HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run\backdoor |
Persistence mechanism after successful RCE |
Remediation
Quick Facts
| CVE ID | CVE-2026-115727 |
| CVSS Score | 8.1 |
| Vector | CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H |
| Published | 2026-10-23 |
| Exploited | No |
| CISA KEV | No |
| PoC | Available |