Vulnerability Description
The extract_files function in installer.rb in RubyGems before 0.9.1 does not check whether files exist before overwriting them, which allows user-assisted remote attackers to overwrite arbitrary files, cause a denial of service, or execute arbitrary code via crafted GEM packages.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Rubyforge | Rubygems | <= 0.9.0 |
References
- http://marc.info/?l=full-disclosure&m=116939816621060&w=2
- http://rubyforge.org/frs/shownotes.php?release_id=9074PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2007_4_sr.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/458128/100/0/threaded
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/0295
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/31688
- http://marc.info/?l=full-disclosure&m=116939816621060&w=2
- http://rubyforge.org/frs/shownotes.php?release_id=9074PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2007_4_sr.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/458128/100/0/threaded
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/0295
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/31688
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-0469?
CVE-2007-0469 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). The extract_files function in installer.rb in RubyGems before 0.9.1 does not check whether files exist before overwriting them, which allows user-assisted remote attackers to overwrite arbitrary files...
How severe is CVE-2007-0469?
CVE-2007-0469 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2007-0469?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Rubyforge Rubygems.