CVE-2024-45256: byob · Path Traversal
Affects byobSource CVE Database V5
Public exploit available (Metasploit) · CVSS 9.8 Critical.
Data as of 26 Oct 2026, 17:16 UTC
- EPSS
- 5.6% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 92% of CVEsExploit Prediction Scoring System: the likelihood attackers will use this flaw soon.
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HExploitation evidence
Disclosed: evidence found.
CVE published 26 Aug 2024
Detectable: no evidence on record.
No public nuclei template indexed
Weaponised: evidence found.
Exploited in the wildExploited: no evidence on record.
Not in CISA KEV and no source reports exploitation
Observed by OffSeq MirageSeen by Mirage: no evidence on record.
No attack traffic recorded by OffSeq Mirage sensors
A missing step is not evidence of safety. Sources: cve.org (opens in a new tab), the Metasploit, Exploit-DB and nuclei-templates index as of 26 Oct 2026.
What to do
Affected software
| Product | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
GitHubmalwaredllc/byobpkg:github/malwaredllc/byobOther threats | Affected
| Fixed in– |
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AI-suggested
Since no official patches are currently available, organizations should immediately restrict access to the BYOB exfiltration endpoint by implementing network-level controls such as firewall rules or VPN-only access. Employ strict input validation and sanitization on all parameters accepted by the file_add endpoint to prevent path traversal and arbitrary file writes. Monitor logs and network traffic for unusual or unauthorized HTTP requests targeting the api/files/routes.py endpoint. Consider deploying web application firewalls (WAFs) with custom rules to detect and block suspicious payloads attempting directory traversal or file overwrite. Isolate BYOB instances from critical infrastructure to limit potential lateral movement. Regularly back up SQLite databases and critical configuration files to enable recovery in case of compromise. Stay alert for vendor updates or patches and apply them promptly once available. Additionally, conduct threat hunting for indicators of compromise related to this vulnerability and educate security teams about the risks associated with exposed botnet management interfaces.
Description
An arbitrary file write issue in the exfiltration endpoint in BYOB (Build Your Own Botnet) 2.0 allows attackers to overwrite SQLite databases and bypass authentication via an unauthenticated HTTP request with a crafted parameter. This occurs in file_add in api/files/routes.py.