CVE-2016-4442
UnknownEPSS 1.57%
Last modified
CVE-2016-4442 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The rack-mini-profiler gem before 0.10.1 for Ruby allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information about allocated strings and objects by leveraging incorrect ordering of security checks.. EPSS estimates a 1.57% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The rack-mini-profiler gem before 0.10.1 for Ruby allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information about allocated strings and objects by leveraging incorrect ordering of security checks.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Miniprofiler | Rack-Mini-Profiler | <= 0.9.9.2 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/06/10/2Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/MiniProfiler/rack-mini-profiler/blob/v0.10.1/CHANGELOG.mdRelease Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/MiniProfiler/rack-mini-profiler/commit/4273771d65f1a7411e3ef5843329308d0e2d257cPatch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/06/10/2Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/MiniProfiler/rack-mini-profiler/blob/v0.10.1/CHANGELOG.mdRelease Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/MiniProfiler/rack-mini-profiler/commit/4273771d65f1a7411e3ef5843329308d0e2d257cPatch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-4442?
The rack-mini-profiler gem before 0.10.1 for Ruby allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information about allocated strings and objects by leveraging incorrect ordering of security checks.
How severe is CVE-2016-4442?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-4442 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.57% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4442?
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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