ZDI-CAN-28308: ZDI-25-1144: (0Day) Hugging Face Transformers X-CLIP Checkpoint Conversion Deserialization of Untrusted Data Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Hugging Face Transformers. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the parsing of checkpoints. 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 the current process.
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This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Hugging Face Transformers. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The ZDI has assigned a CVSS rating of 7.8. The following CVEs are assigned: CVE-2025-14929.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-28308?
ZDI-CAN-28308 has a critical severity rating due to the potential for remote code execution by attackers.
How do I fix ZDI-CAN-28308?
To fix ZDI-CAN-28308, update the Hugging Face Transformers library to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
Who is affected by ZDI-CAN-28308?
Users of the Hugging Face Transformers library are affected by the ZDI-CAN-28308 vulnerability.
What type of vulnerability is ZDI-CAN-28308?
ZDI-CAN-28308 is a remote code execution vulnerability that requires user interaction to exploit.
What actions can I take to mitigate ZDI-CAN-28308?
To mitigate ZDI-CAN-28308, avoid opening untrusted files or visiting malicious pages related to the affected software.