CVE-2019-13589
UnknownEPSS 4.35%
Last modified
CVE-2019-13589 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The paranoid2 gem 1.1.6 for Ruby, as distributed on RubyGems.org, included a code-execution backdoor inserted by a third party. The current version, without this backdoor, is 1.1.5.. EPSS estimates a 4.35% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The paranoid2 gem 1.1.6 for Ruby, as distributed on RubyGems.org, included a code-execution backdoor inserted by a third party. The current version, without this backdoor, is 1.1.5.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Anjlab | Paranoid2 | 1.1.6 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/109281Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://github.com/rubygems/rubygems.org/issues/2051Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://rubygems.org/gems/paranoid2/versionsVendor Advisory
- https://snyk.io/vuln/SNYK-RUBY-PARANOID2-451600Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/109281Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://github.com/rubygems/rubygems.org/issues/2051Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://rubygems.org/gems/paranoid2/versionsVendor Advisory
- https://snyk.io/vuln/SNYK-RUBY-PARANOID2-451600Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-13589?
The paranoid2 gem 1.1.6 for Ruby, as distributed on RubyGems.org, included a code-execution backdoor inserted by a third party. The current version, without this backdoor, is 1.1.5.
How severe is CVE-2019-13589?
Severity scoring for CVE-2019-13589 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.35% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-13589?
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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