CVE-2016-10194
UnknownEPSS 2.56%
Last modified
CVE-2016-10194 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The festivaltts4r gem for Ruby allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in a string to the (1) to_speech or (2) to_mp3 method in lib/festivaltts4r/festival4r.rb.. EPSS estimates a 2.56% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The festivaltts4r gem for Ruby allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in a string to the (1) to_speech or (2) to_mp3 method in lib/festivaltts4r/festival4r.rb.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Festivaltts4r Project | Festivaltts4r | All versions |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/01/31/14Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/02/02/5Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/spejman/festivaltts4r/issues/1Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/01/31/14Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/02/02/5Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/spejman/festivaltts4r/issues/1Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-10194?
The festivaltts4r gem for Ruby allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in a string to the (1) to_speech or (2) to_mp3 method in lib/festivaltts4r/festival4r.rb.
How severe is CVE-2016-10194?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-10194 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.56% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-10194?
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.
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