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CVE-2008-2662: Integer Overflow

First published: Tue Jun 24 2008(Updated: )

Multiple integer overflows in the rb_str_buf_append function in Ruby 1.8.4 and earlier, 1.8.5 before 1.8.5-p231, 1.8.6 before 1.8.6-p230, 1.8.7 before 1.8.7-p22, and 1.9.0 before 1.9.0-2 allow context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service via unknown vectors that trigger memory corruption, a different issue than CVE-2008-2663, CVE-2008-2664, and CVE-2008-2725. NOTE: as of 20080624, there has been inconsistent usage of multiple CVE identifiers related to Ruby. This CVE description should be regarded as authoritative, although it is likely to change.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Ruby<=1.8.4
Ruby>1.8.5<1.8.5.231
Ruby>=1.8.6<1.8.6.230
Ruby>=1.8.7<1.8.7.22
Ruby>=1.9.0<1.9.0.2
Debian GNU/Linux=4.0
Ubuntu Linux=6.06
Ubuntu Linux=7.04
Ubuntu Linux=7.10
Ubuntu Linux=8.04
Debian=4.0
Ubuntu=6.06
Ubuntu=7.04
Ubuntu=7.10
Ubuntu=8.04

Remedy

http://www.ruby-lang.org/en/news/2008/06/20/arbitrary-code-execution-vulnerabilities/

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2008-2662?

    CVE-2008-2662 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution or denial of service.

  • How do I fix CVE-2008-2662?

    To fix CVE-2008-2662, update Ruby to version 1.8.5-p231 or later, or apply the appropriate patches for affected releases.

  • What versions of Ruby are affected by CVE-2008-2662?

    CVE-2008-2662 affects Ruby versions 1.8.4 and earlier, as well as specific earlier releases of 1.8.5, 1.8.6, 1.8.7, and 1.9.0.

  • Can CVE-2008-2662 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2008-2662 can potentially be exploited by context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely.

  • What are the implications of CVE-2008-2662?

    The implications of CVE-2008-2662 include the possibility of unauthorized command execution and service disruptions.

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