Vulnerability Description
The strong_password gem 0.0.7 for Ruby, as distributed on RubyGems.org, included a code-execution backdoor inserted by a third party. The current version, without this backdoor, is 0.0.6.
CVSS Score
9.8
CRITICAL
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Strong Password Project | Strong Password | 0.0.7 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://benjamin-bouchet.com/blog/vulnerabilite-dans-la-gem-strong_password-0-0-Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/bdmac/strong_password/releasesRelease NotesThird Party Advisory
- https://rubygems.org/gems/strong_password/versionsRelease NotesThird Party Advisory
- https://withatwist.dev/strong-password-rubygem-hijacked.htmlThird Party Advisory
- https://benjamin-bouchet.com/blog/vulnerabilite-dans-la-gem-strong_password-0-0-Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/bdmac/strong_password/releasesRelease NotesThird Party Advisory
- https://rubygems.org/gems/strong_password/versionsRelease NotesThird Party Advisory
- https://withatwist.dev/strong-password-rubygem-hijacked.htmlThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2019-13354?
CVE-2019-13354 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). The strong_password gem 0.0.7 for Ruby, as distributed on RubyGems.org, included a code-execution backdoor inserted by a third party. The current version, without this backdoor, is 0.0.6.
How severe is CVE-2019-13354?
CVE-2019-13354 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2019-13354?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Strong Password Project Strong Password.