Vulnerability Description
The unpack_zip function in archive_unpacker.rb in the sprout gem 0.7.246 for Ruby allows context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in a (1) filename or (2) path.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Projectsprouts | Sprout | 0.7.246 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2013-12/0077.html
- http://vapid.dhs.org/advisories/sprout-0.7.246-command-inj.htmlExploit
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2013/12/03/1Exploit
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2013/12/03/6Exploit
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2013-12/0077.html
- http://vapid.dhs.org/advisories/sprout-0.7.246-command-inj.htmlExploit
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2013/12/03/1Exploit
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2013/12/03/6Exploit
FAQ
What is CVE-2013-6421?
CVE-2013-6421 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). The unpack_zip function in archive_unpacker.rb in the sprout gem 0.7.246 for Ruby allows context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in a (1) filename or (2) pat...
How severe is CVE-2013-6421?
CVE-2013-6421 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-2013-6421?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Projectsprouts Sprout.