CVE-2026-5632
HighCVSS 7.3Exploitation Probability (EPSS)
Low risk34th percentile - higher than 34% of all known CVEs
Summary
In gpt-researcher up to version 3.4.3, a missing authentication vulnerability was found in an unknown function of the HTTP REST API endpoint. The attack can be performed remotely and the exploit has been made public. The project was informed but has not responded.
Risk Assessment
Missing authentication allows unauthorized attackers to remotely manipulate the API, potentially leading to data leakage or unauthorized actions.
Recommendation
Immediately restrict access to the REST API endpoint, implement authentication, and monitor the network for suspicious requests. Consider temporarily disabling the service until a patch is released.
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Original NVD description (English source)
A vulnerability was found in assafelovic gpt-researcher up to 3.4.3. This impacts an unknown function of the component HTTP REST API Endpoint. Performing a manipulation results in missing authentication. It is possible to initiate the attack remotely. The exploit has been made public and could be used. The project was informed of the problem early through an issue report but has not responded yet.