MEDIUM · 5.8

CVE-2012-2125

RubyGems before 1.8.23 can redirect HTTPS connections to HTTP, which makes it easier for remote attackers to observe or modify a gem during installation via a man-in-the-middle attack.

Vulnerability Description

RubyGems before 1.8.23 can redirect HTTPS connections to HTTP, which makes it easier for remote attackers to observe or modify a gem during installation via a man-in-the-middle attack.

CVSS Score

5.8

MEDIUM

AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:N
Confidentiality
PARTIAL
Integrity
PARTIAL
Availability
NONE

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
RubygemsRubygems<= 1.8.22
RedhatOpenshift1.2.2
CanonicalUbuntu Linux12.04

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2012-2125?

CVE-2012-2125 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.8 (MEDIUM). RubyGems before 1.8.23 can redirect HTTPS connections to HTTP, which makes it easier for remote attackers to observe or modify a gem during installation via a man-in-the-middle attack.

How severe is CVE-2012-2125?

CVE-2012-2125 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2012-2125?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Rubygems Rubygems, Redhat Openshift, Canonical Ubuntu Linux.