Vulnerability Description
lib/curl.rb in the Curl Gem for Ruby allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in a URL.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Curl Project | Curl | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/120778/Ruby-Gem-Curl-Command-Execution.htmlThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2013/Mar/124Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2013/03/19/9Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.osvdb.org/91230Broken Link
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/120778/Ruby-Gem-Curl-Command-Execution.htmlThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2013/Mar/124Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2013/03/19/9Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.osvdb.org/91230Broken Link
FAQ
What is CVE-2013-2617?
CVE-2013-2617 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). lib/curl.rb in the Curl Gem for Ruby allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in a URL.
How severe is CVE-2013-2617?
CVE-2013-2617 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2013-2617?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Curl Project Curl.