Vulnerability Description
The simple_captcha2 gem 0.2.3 for Ruby, as distributed on RubyGems.org, included a code-execution backdoor inserted by a third party.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Simple Captcha2 Project | Simple Captcha2 | 0.2.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/rubygems/rubygems.org/issues/2073Third Party Advisory
- https://rubygems.org/gems/simple_captcha2/versions/Third Party Advisory
- https://snyk.io/vuln/SNYK-RUBY-SIMPLECAPTCHA2-455501
- https://github.com/rubygems/rubygems.org/issues/2073Third Party Advisory
- https://rubygems.org/gems/simple_captcha2/versions/Third Party Advisory
- https://snyk.io/vuln/SNYK-RUBY-SIMPLECAPTCHA2-455501
FAQ
What is CVE-2019-14282?
CVE-2019-14282 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). The simple_captcha2 gem 0.2.3 for Ruby, as distributed on RubyGems.org, included a code-execution backdoor inserted by a third party.
How severe is CVE-2019-14282?
CVE-2019-14282 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-2019-14282?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Simple Captcha2 Project Simple Captcha2.