Vulnerability Description
lib/commands/setup.rb in the point-cli gem 0.0.1 for Ruby places credentials on the curl command line, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information by listing the process.
CVSS Score
7.8
HIGH
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Point-Cli Project | Point-Cli | 0.0.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/07/07/16Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/07/17/5Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/68735Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.vapid.dhs.org/advisories/point-cli-0.0.1.htmlExploitThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/07/07/16Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/07/17/5Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/68735Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.vapid.dhs.org/advisories/point-cli-0.0.1.htmlExploitThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-4997?
CVE-2014-4997 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). lib/commands/setup.rb in the point-cli gem 0.0.1 for Ruby places credentials on the curl command line, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information by listing the process.
How severe is CVE-2014-4997?
CVE-2014-4997 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-4997?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Point-Cli Project Point-Cli.