(0Day) GPT Academic stream_daas Deserialization of Untrusted Data Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Vulnerability Details
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of GPT Academic. Interaction with a malicious DAAS server is required to exploit this vulnerability but attack vectors may vary depending on the implementation.
The specific flaw exists within the stream_daas function. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in deserialization of untrusted data. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of root.
Additional Details
08/27/25 – ZDI submitted the report to the vendor
09/24/25 – ZDI asked for updates
10/22/25 – ZDI asked for updates
12/10/25 – ZDI notified the vendor of the intention to publish the case as a 0-day advisory
-- Mitigation: Given the nature of the vulnerability, the only salient mitigation strategy is to restrict interaction with the product
Disclosure Timeline
- 2025-08-27 - Vulnerability reported to vendor
- 2026-01-09 - Coordinated public release of advisory
- 2026-01-09 - Advisory Updated
Credit
Peter Girnus (@gothburz) and Brandon Niemczyk of Trend Zero Day Initiative
