Is this vulnerability remotely exploitable over the internet?

Yes. If the /api/v1/runs endpoint is exposed over the internet without strong authentication or with weak controls, a remote attacker can submit runs with arbitrary webhook_url values and cause the server to issue HTTP POST requests to targets they choose.

Does an attacker need valid credentials to exploit this issue?

In the described configuration, the vulnerability is exploitable by an unauthenticated attacker. Actual requirements depend on how the endpoint is deployed; if access is restricted by authentication or network controls, those barriers may limit who can trigger the SSRF but do not remove the underlying flaw.

What is the safest general fix pattern for developers?

The safest pattern is to never allow arbitrary, unvalidated URLs for server-initiated requests. Instead, enforce strict allowlists of approved domains or endpoints, validate schemes and resolved IPs, and deny access to private and metadata address ranges before making outbound calls.

Severity:

HIGH RISK

(7.2)

Server-Side Request Forgery (CWE-918) in PraisonAI /api/v1/runs Webhook Handling

CVE-2026-40114

Published:

Apr 9, 2026

Status:

Analyzed

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Vulnerability Type

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CWE:

CWE-918

Impact:

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CVSS Version:

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Vulnerability Type

Category:

Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF)

CWE:

CWE-918

Impact:

Network Pivoting and Access to Internal/Metadata Services via SSRF

Severity:

HIGH RISK

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CVSS Version:

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Server-Side Request Forgery (CWE-918) in PraisonAI /api/v1/runs Webhook Handling

Summary

Affected Context

Exploit Preconditions

Why This Happens

Potential Impact

General Mitigation Guidance

How Teams Detect Issues Like This

Frequently Asked Questions

Source

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