CVE-2019-17383
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 2.29%
Last modified
CVE-2019-17383 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The netaddr gem before 2.0.4 for Ruby has misconfigured file permissions, such that a gem install may result in 0777 permissions in the target filesystem.. EPSS estimates a 2.29% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The netaddr gem before 2.0.4 for Ruby has misconfigured file permissions, such that a gem install may result in 0777 permissions in the target filesystem.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Netaddr Project | Netaddr | >= 1.5.0, < 1.5.3 |
| Netaddr Project | Netaddr | >= 2.0, < 2.0.4 |
References
- https://github.com/dspinhirne/netaddr-rb/commit/3aac46c00a36e71905eaa619cb94d45bff6e3b51Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/dspinhirne/netaddr-rb/commit/3aac46c00a36e71905eaa619cb94d45bff6e3b51Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-17383?
The netaddr gem before 2.0.4 for Ruby has misconfigured file permissions, such that a gem install may result in 0777 permissions in the target filesystem.
How severe is CVE-2019-17383?
CVE-2019-17383 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.29% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-17383?
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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