CVE-2019-16676
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 3.40%
Last modified
CVE-2019-16676 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Plataformatec Simple Form has Incorrect Access Control in file_method? in lib/simple_form/form_builder.rb, because a user-supplied string is invoked as a method call.. EPSS estimates a 3.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Plataformatec Simple Form has Incorrect Access Control in file_method? in lib/simple_form/form_builder.rb, because a user-supplied string is invoked as a method call.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Plataformatec | Simple Form | < 5.0 |
References
- http://blog.plataformatec.com.br/2019/09/incorrect-access-control-in-simple-form-cve-2019-16676/Exploit, Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/plataformatec/simple_form/commits/masterPatch, Third Party Advisory
- http://blog.plataformatec.com.br/2019/09/incorrect-access-control-in-simple-form-cve-2019-16676/Exploit, Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/plataformatec/simple_form/commits/masterPatch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-16676?
Plataformatec Simple Form has Incorrect Access Control in file_method? in lib/simple_form/form_builder.rb, because a user-supplied string is invoked as a method call.
How severe is CVE-2019-16676?
CVE-2019-16676 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 3.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-16676?
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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