High severity8.2NVD Advisory· Published Mar 20, 2025· Updated Jun 17, 2026
CVE-2024-8053
CVE-2024-8053
Description
In version v0.3.10 of open-webui/open-webui, the api/v1/utils/pdf endpoint lacks authentication mechanisms, allowing unauthenticated attackers to access the PDF generation service. This vulnerability can be exploited by sending a POST request with an excessively large payload, potentially leading to server resource exhaustion and denial of service (DoS). Additionally, unauthorized users can misuse the endpoint to generate PDFs without verification, resulting in service misuse and potential operational and financial impacts.
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Affected packages
Versions sourced from the GitHub Security Advisory.
| Package | Affected versions | Patched versions |
|---|---|---|
open-webuiPyPI | <= 0.3.10 | — |
Affected products
2- Range: unspecified
Patches
Vulnerability mechanics
References
3- huntr.com/bounties/ebe8c1fa-113b-4df9-be03-a406b9adb9f4nvdExploitThird Party AdvisoryWEB
- github.com/advisories/GHSA-9vf8-xgwm-97r8ghsaADVISORY
- nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-8053ghsaADVISORY
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