CVE-2026-40153: PraisonAIAgents is a multi-agent teams system. Prior to 1.5.128, the execute_command function in shell_tools.py calls...

PraisonAIAgents is a multi-agent teams system. Prior to 1.5.128, the execute_command function in shell_tools.py calls os.path.expandvars() on every command argument at line 64, manually re-implementing shell-level environment variable expansion despite using shell=False (line 88) for security. This allows exfiltration of secrets stored in environment variables (database credentials, API keys, cloud access keys). The approval system displays the unexpanded $VAR references to human reviewers, creating a deceptive approval where the displayed command differs from what actually executes. This vulnerability is fixed in 1.5.128.

Ghostwire Analysis — What This Means Practically

Exploitation Probability (EPSS): Low — 0.03% (9th percentile)

Low exploitation probability based on current threat landscape data. Standard patching timeline is appropriate.

High CVSS score indicates significant risk — exploitation could lead to substantial data exposure or system compromise.
1 proof-of-concept exploit available on GitHub. Public exploit code lowers the barrier for both researchers and attackers.

This analysis is generated by Ghostwire from NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS, and open-source intelligence data. Verify findings through primary sources before acting.

CVE-2026-40153: PraisonAIAgents is a multi-agent teams system. Prior to 1.5.128, the execute_command function in shell_tools.py calls...

Description

Ghostwire Analysis — What This Means Practically

Proof-of-Concept Exploits (1)

Security Coverage (1 articles)

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