CVE-2014-5002

Name: CVE-2014-5002
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-01-10T18:29:00.777+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.52%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2014-5002 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The lynx gem before 1.0.0 for Ruby places the configured password on command lines, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information by listing processes.. EPSS estimates a 0.52% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The lynx gem before 1.0.0 for Ruby places the configured password on command lines, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information by listing processes.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.52%

40.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-255

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Lynx Project	Lynx	< 1.0.0

References

http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/07/07/23Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/07/17/5Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
http://www.vapid.dhs.org/advisories/lynx-0.2.0.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory
https://github.com/panthomakos/lynx/issues/3Third Party Advisory
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/07/07/23Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/07/17/5Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
http://www.vapid.dhs.org/advisories/lynx-0.2.0.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory
https://github.com/panthomakos/lynx/issues/3Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jan 10, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2014-5002?

The lynx gem before 1.0.0 for Ruby places the configured password on command lines, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information by listing processes.

How severe is CVE-2014-5002?

Severity scoring for CVE-2014-5002 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.52% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2014-5002?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2014-5002?

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Source: NVD / NIST