CVE-2021-28966: Path Traversal
First published: Tue Jul 27 2021(Updated: )
In Ruby through 3.0 on Windows, a remote attacker can submit a crafted path when a Web application handles a parameter with TmpDir.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Ruby-lang Ruby | <2.7.3 | |
| Ruby-lang Ruby | >=3.0.0<3.0.1 | |
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-28966?
CVE-2021-28966 is a vulnerability in Ruby on Windows that allows a remote attacker to submit a crafted path in a web application.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-28966?
The severity of CVE-2021-28966 is high, with a CVSS score of 7.5.
How does CVE-2021-28966 affect Ruby?
CVE-2021-28966 affects Ruby versions up to 2.7.3 and versions 3.0.0 to 3.0.1 on Windows systems.
What is the impact of CVE-2021-28966?
CVE-2021-28966 allows a remote attacker to exploit a parameter handling vulnerability in a web application using Ruby on Windows.
Are there any references for CVE-2021-28966?
Yes, you can find more information about CVE-2021-28966 at the following references: [HackerOne report](https://hackerone.com/reports/1131465) and [NetApp advisory](https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20210902-0004/).
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