CVE-2013-1911: Input Validation

Published Apr 3, 2013
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Updated

lib/ldoce/word.rb in the ldoce 0.0.2 gem for Ruby allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in (1) an mp3 URL or (2) file name.

Other sources

lib/ldoce/word.rb in the ldoce 0.0.2 gem for Ruby allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in (1) an mp3 URL or (2) file name.

Affected Software

3 affected components
rubygems/ldoce<=0.0.2
Mark Burns Ldoce=0.0.2
ruby-lang Ruby

Event History

Apr 3, 2013
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Oct 24, 2017
Advisory Published
06:33 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2013-1911?

CVE-2013-1911 is considered critical due to its potential to allow remote command execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2013-1911?

To fix CVE-2013-1911, update the ldoce gem to a version greater than 0.0.2.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2013-1911?

CVE-2013-1911 affects the ldoce gem version 0.0.2 for Ruby.

4

Can CVE-2013-1911 lead to data breaches?

Yes, CVE-2013-1911 can lead to data breaches as it allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands.

5

How can I mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2013-1911?

To mitigate risks, avoid using the vulnerable version of the ldoce gem and implement input validation to sanitize URLs and filenames.

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