CVE-2013-1948
First published: Thu Apr 25 2013(Updated: )
`converter.rb` in the md2pdf gem 0.0.1 for Ruby allows context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in a filename.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| rubygems/md2pdf | <=0.0.1 | |
| md2pdf | =0.0.1 | |
| Ruby |
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Reference Links
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2013-1948
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/83416
- https://github.com/rubysec/ruby-advisory-db/blob/master/gems/md2pdf/CVE-2013-1948.yml
- https://web.archive.org/web/20130503194109/http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/59061
- http://vapid.dhs.org/advisories/md2pdf-remote-exec.html
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-99ch-8mvp-g7m5 (Advisory)
- http://osvdb.org/92290
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/59061
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-1948?
CVE-2013-1948 has a high severity rating due to its potential for arbitrary command execution.
How do I fix CVE-2013-1948?
To fix CVE-2013-1948, it is recommended to upgrade to a version of the md2pdf gem that is higher than 0.0.1.
Who is affected by CVE-2013-1948?
Users of the md2pdf gem version 0.0.1 are affected by CVE-2013-1948.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2013-1948?
CVE-2013-1948 is a command injection vulnerability caused by improper handling of filenames.
What software is vulnerable to CVE-2013-1948?
The vulnerable software includes the md2pdf gem, specifically version 0.0.1.
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