NVIDIA Triton Inference Server: Integer Overflow Leads to RCE
The National Vulnerability Database has disclosed CVE-2026-24214, a high-severity integer overflow vulnerability in the NVIDIA Triton Inference Server’s DALI backend. This flaw, rated 8.0 CVSS, creates a critical attack vector that could lead to remote code execution, data tampering, or denial of service.
Attackers exploiting this vulnerability could gain significant control over affected systems. The impact is severe: code execution allows arbitrary commands, data tampering compromises integrity, and denial of service cripples operations. This isn’t just a crash; it’s a potential full system compromise or operational shutdown.
Organizations leveraging NVIDIA Triton Inference Server, particularly with the DALI backend, need to prioritize this. While specific affected product versions were not detailed by the National Vulnerability Database, the broad implications of an integer overflow in an inference server demand immediate attention. Patching or mitigation strategies are paramount.
What This Means For You
- If your organization deploys NVIDIA Triton Inference Server, especially with the DALI backend, you need to immediately identify all instances. Prepare to apply patches for CVE-2026-24214 as soon as they are available from NVIDIA. This isn't theoretical; an integer overflow can be a direct path to full compromise.
Related ATT&CK Techniques
🛡️ Detection Rules
3 rules · 6 SIEM formats3 detection rules auto-generated for this incident, mapped to MITRE ATT&CK. Sigma YAML is free — export to any SIEM format via the Intel Bot.
NVIDIA Triton DALI Backend Integer Overflow - RCE Attempt - CVE-2026-24214
title: NVIDIA Triton DALI Backend Integer Overflow - RCE Attempt - CVE-2026-24214
id: scw-2026-05-20-ai-1
status: experimental
level: critical
description: |
This rule detects attempts to exploit the integer overflow vulnerability (CVE-2026-24214) in the NVIDIA Triton Inference Server's DALI backend. It specifically looks for POST requests targeting model endpoints that include 'dali' in the query, which is indicative of an attempt to trigger the vulnerable code path.
author: SCW Feed Engine (AI-generated)
date: 2026-05-20
references:
- https://shimiscyberworld.com/posts/nvd-CVE-2026-24214/
tags:
- attack.initial_access
- attack.t1190
logsource:
category: webserver
detection:
selection:
cs-uri|contains:
- '/v2/models/'
cs-uri-query|contains:
- 'dali'
cs-method|contains:
- 'POST'
condition: selection
falsepositives:
- Legitimate administrative activity
Source: Shimi's Cyber World · License & reuse
Indicators of Compromise
| ID | Type | Indicator |
|---|---|---|
| CVE-2026-24214 | Integer Overflow | NVIDIA Triton Inference Server DALI backend |
| CVE-2026-24214 | RCE | NVIDIA Triton Inference Server DALI backend |
| CVE-2026-24214 | Information Disclosure | NVIDIA Triton Inference Server DALI backend |
| CVE-2026-24214 | DoS | NVIDIA Triton Inference Server DALI backend |
Source & Attribution
| Source Platform | NVD |
| Channel | National Vulnerability Database |
| Published | May 20, 2026 at 07:16 UTC |
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