CVE-2014-3916
First published: Sun Nov 16 2014(Updated: )
The str_buf_cat function in string.c in Ruby 1.9.3, 2.0.0, and 2.1 allows context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (segmentation fault and crash) via a long string.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Ruby on Rails | =1.9.3 | |
| Ruby on Rails | =2.0.0 | |
| Ruby on Rails | =2.1.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-3916?
CVE-2014-3916 has a severity rating that may lead to denial of service through a segmentation fault.
How do I fix CVE-2014-3916?
To fix CVE-2014-3916, upgrade to a patched version of Ruby that is not affected by this vulnerability.
What versions of Ruby are affected by CVE-2014-3916?
CVE-2014-3916 affects Ruby versions 1.9.3, 2.0.0, and 2.1.0.
What type of attack does CVE-2014-3916 enable?
CVE-2014-3916 enables context-dependent attackers to perform a denial of service attack by causing a crash.
Is CVE-2014-3916 a code execution vulnerability?
No, CVE-2014-3916 is not a code execution vulnerability but rather a denial of service vulnerability.
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