CVE-2013-5647: Code Injection
Published Aug 29, 2013
·Updated
lib/sounder/sound.rb in the sounder gem 1.0.1 for Ruby allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in a filename.
Affected Software
3 affected componentsFixes available
rubygems/sounder<1.0.2
1.0.2
Adam Zaninovich Sounder=1.0.1
ruby-lang Ruby
Event History
Aug 29, 2013
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
Oct 24, 2017
Advisory Published
06:33 PM
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2013-5647?
CVE-2013-5647 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote command execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2013-5647?
To fix CVE-2013-5647, upgrade the sounder gem to version 1.0.2 or later to mitigate the vulnerability.
3
Which versions of the sounder gem are affected by CVE-2013-5647?
Versions of the sounder gem prior to 1.0.2, specifically version 1.0.1, are affected by CVE-2013-5647.
4
What type of attacks does CVE-2013-5647 allow?
CVE-2013-5647 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands by exploiting shell metacharacters in filenames.
5
What is the impact of CVE-2013-5647 on Ruby applications?
The impact of CVE-2013-5647 is significant, as it can lead to unauthorized access and control of the affected Ruby applications.