Description
The llama_index library version 0.12.33 sets the NLTK data directory to a subdirectory of the codebase by default, which is world-writable in multi-user environments. This configuration allows local users to overwrite, delete, or corrupt NLTK data files, leading to potential denial of service, data tampering, or privilege escalation. The vulnerability arises from the use of a shared cache directory instead of a user-specific one, making it susceptible to local data tampering and denial of service.
Scores
CVSS v3
7.8
EPSS
0.0002
EPSS Percentile
6.8%
Attack Vector
LOCAL
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CISA SSVC
Vulnrichment
Exploitation
none
Automatable
no
Technical Impact
total
Details
CWE
CWE-377
Status
published
Products (2)
llamaindex/llamaindex
0.12.33 - 0.13.0
pypi/llama-index
0 - 0.13.0PyPI
Published
Oct 13, 2025
Tracked Since
Feb 18, 2026