Path Traversal in Devika AI Agent

Executive Summary

This vulnerability in Devika v1.0 allows attackers to exploit a path traversal flaw in the Feature Agent's save_code_to_project function. This enables them to write files outside the intended project directory, which could lead to unauthorized file creation or system compromise.

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Impact Analysis

Attackers could exploit this to overwrite critical system files, execute malicious code, or gain control of the server. This may result in data breaches, service disruption, or complete system takeover depending on the attacker's goals.

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Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized file writes outside the intended project workspace, potentially exposing sensitive data. This may violate compliance requirements under GDPR (data protection) and HIPAA (health information security) by enabling unauthorized access or disclosure of regulated data.

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Mitigation Strategies

Update Devika to the latest version that patches the path traversal vulnerability in the Feature Agent save_code_to_project function. If an update is not available, disable or restrict access to the vulnerable function until a patch is released.

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