CVE-2016-2098
UnknownEPSS 81.45%
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CVE-2016-2098 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Action Pack in Ruby on Rails before 3.2.22.2, 4.x before 4.1.14.2, and 4.2.x before 4.2.5.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary Ruby code by leveraging an application's unrestricted use of the render method.. EPSS estimates a 81.45% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Action Pack in Ruby on Rails before 3.2.22.2, 4.x before 4.1.14.2, and 4.2.x before 4.2.5.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary Ruby code by leveraging an application's unrestricted use of the render method.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debian | Debian Linux | 8.0 | — |
| Rubyonrails | Rails | 4.0.0 | — |
| Rubyonrails | Rails | 4.0.1 | — |
| Rubyonrails | Rails | 4.0.2 | — |
| Rubyonrails | Rails | 4.0.3 | — |
| Rubyonrails | Rails | 4.0.4 | — |
| Rubyonrails | Rails | 4.0.5 | — |
| Rubyonrails | Rails | 4.0.6 | — |
| Rubyonrails | Rails | 4.0.7 | — |
| Rubyonrails | Rails | 4.0.8 | — |
| Rubyonrails | Rails | 4.0.9 | — |
| Rubyonrails | Rails | 4.0.10 | Rc1 |
| Rubyonrails | Rails | 4.1.0 | — |
| Rubyonrails | Rails | 4.1.1 | — |
| Rubyonrails | Rails | 4.1.2 | — |
| Rubyonrails | Rails | 4.1.3 | — |
| Rubyonrails | Rails | 4.1.4 | — |
| Rubyonrails | Rails | 4.1.5 | — |
| Rubyonrails | Rails | 4.1.6 | Rc1 |
| Rubyonrails | Rails | 4.1.7 | — |
| Rubyonrails | Rails | 4.1.7.1 | — |
| Rubyonrails | Rails | 4.1.8 | — |
| Rubyonrails | Rails | 4.1.9 | Rc1 |
| Rubyonrails | Rails | 4.1.10 | Rc1 |
| Rubyonrails | Rails | 4.1.12 | Rc1 |
| Rubyonrails | Rails | 4.1.13 | Rc1 |
| Rubyonrails | Rails | 4.1.14 | Rc1 |
| Rubyonrails | Rails | 4.2.0 | Beta1 |
| Rubyonrails | Rails | 4.2.1 | — |
| Rubyonrails | Rails | 4.2.2 | — |
| Rubyonrails | Rails | 4.2.3 | — |
| Rubyonrails | Rails | 4.2.4 | — |
| Rubyonrails | Rails | 4.2.5 | — |
| Rubyonrails | Rails | 4.2.5.1 | — |
| Rubyonrails | Ruby On Rails | <= 3.2.22.1 | — |
| Rubyonrails | Ruby On Rails | 4.1.14.1 | — |
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Timeline
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-2098?
Action Pack in Ruby on Rails before 3.2.22.2, 4.x before 4.1.14.2, and 4.2.x before 4.2.5.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary Ruby code by leveraging an application's unrestricted use of the render method.
How severe is CVE-2016-2098?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-2098 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 81.45% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-2098?
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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