Missing Authentication in HTTP REST API Endpoint of assafelovic gpt-researcher
CVE-2026-5632

6.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Assafelovic

Status
Gpt-researcher
Vendor
CVE Published:
6 April 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-5632?

A vulnerability has been identified in the assafelovic gpt-researcher application, specifically affecting versions up to 3.4.3. This issue pertains to an unknown function within the component handling the HTTP REST API Endpoint, which demonstrates missing authentication controls. Consequently, this flaw allows potential attackers to exploit the application remotely, gaining unauthorized access. Despite the public disclosure of this exploit and the early notification to the project maintainers via an issue report, no remediation or response has been provided by the project team.

Affected Version(s)

gpt-researcher 3.4.0

gpt-researcher 3.4.1

gpt-researcher 3.4.2

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2026-5632 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/355420
vdb-entry
https://vuldb.com/vuln/355420/cti
signaturepermissions-required
https://vuldb.com/submit/785874
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
6.9
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Yu-Bao (VulDB User)
VulDB CNA Team
.