CVE-2026-24159

Vulnerability

Analysis

CVE-2026-24159 is a high-severity vulnerability in the NVIDIA NeMo Framework, a scalable generative AI framework for large language models, multimodal, and speech AI. The flaw allows an attacker to trigger remote code execution (RCE). The official description indicates the root cause is a vulnerability that enables an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system [1].

Attack

Vector

The vulnerability can be exploited remotely, likely over a network, without requiring user interaction. While the exact prerequisites are not detailed in the available reference, RCE vectors in similar AI frameworks often involve malicious model inputs, crafted data files, or specially designed requests to exposed services. The attacker does not need prior local access to exploit this flaw [1].

Impact

Successful exploitation could lead to a full system compromise, including code execution, escalation of privileges, information disclosure, and data tampering. This gives an attacker the ability to read sensitive data, modify system files, or completely take over the affected instance of the NeMo Framework [1].

Mitigation

As of the publication date (March 2026), official vendor guidance or a specific patched version has not been detailed in the available references. The NeMo repository [2] notes that the first release after a repository split is scheduled for June 2026, and users are directed to the latest NGC container for stable releases. Until a patch is available, users should restrict network access to the NeMo Framework and monitor for suspicious activity [1][2].