CVE-2014-0177
First published: Tue May 27 2014(Updated: )
The `am` function in `lib/hub/commands.rb` in hub before 1.12.1 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a temporary patch file.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| rubygems/hub | <1.12.1 | 1.12.1 |
| go/github.com/github/hub | <1.12.1 | 1.12.1 |
| GitHub | <=1.12.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://secunia.com/advisories/58273
- https://github.com/github/hub/commit/016ec99d25b1cb83cb4367e541177aa431beb600
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2014-0177
- https://github.com/mislav/hub/commit/016ec99d25b1cb83cb4367e541177aa431beb600
- https://github.com/mislav/hub/releases/tag/v1.12.1
- https://github.com/rubysec/ruby-advisory-db/blob/master/gems/hub/CVE-2014-0177.yml
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-x5m6-jh4r-34mv (Advisory)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-0177?
CVE-2014-0177 is considered a security vulnerability that can allow local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack.
How do I fix CVE-2014-0177?
To remediate CVE-2014-0177, upgrade the hub package to version 1.12.1 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2014-0177?
CVE-2014-0177 affects hub versions prior to 1.12.1 from both rubygems and GitHub.
Can CVE-2014-0177 lead to unauthorized access?
Yes, CVE-2014-0177 can potentially allow local users to gain unauthorized access to overwrite sensitive files.
Is CVE-2014-0177 a remote vulnerability?
No, CVE-2014-0177 is a local vulnerability that requires local user access to exploit.
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