Vulnerability Description
The extract_from_ocr function in lib/docsplit/text_extractor.rb in the Karteek Docsplit (karteek-docsplit) gem 0.5.4 for Ruby allows context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in a PDF filename.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Documentcloud | Karteek-Docsplit | 0.5.4 |
| Ruby-Lang | Ruby | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://osvdb.org/92117
- http://vapid.dhs.org/advisories/karteek-docsplit-cmd-inject.html
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2013/04/08/15
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/83277
- http://osvdb.org/92117
- http://vapid.dhs.org/advisories/karteek-docsplit-cmd-inject.html
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2013/04/08/15
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/83277
FAQ
What is CVE-2013-1933?
CVE-2013-1933 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). The extract_from_ocr function in lib/docsplit/text_extractor.rb in the Karteek Docsplit (karteek-docsplit) gem 0.5.4 for Ruby allows context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell...
How severe is CVE-2013-1933?
CVE-2013-1933 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-2013-1933?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Documentcloud Karteek-Docsplit, Ruby-Lang Ruby.