CVE-2021-3013
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 1.93%
Last modified
CVE-2021-3013 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. ripgrep before 13 on Windows allows attackers to trigger execution of arbitrary programs from the current working directory via the -z/--search-zip or --pre flag.. EPSS estimates a 1.93% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
ripgrep before 13 on Windows allows attackers to trigger execution of arbitrary programs from the current working directory via the -z/--search-zip or --pre flag.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ripgrep Project | Ripgrep | < 13.0.0 |
References
- https://github.com/BurntSushi/ripgrep/blob/e48a17e1891e1ea9dd06ba0e48d5fb140ca7c0c4/CHANGELOG.mdRelease Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/BurntSushi/ripgrep/blob/master/CHANGELOG.mdPatch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/BurntSushi/ripgrep/blob/e48a17e1891e1ea9dd06ba0e48d5fb140ca7c0c4/CHANGELOG.mdRelease Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/BurntSushi/ripgrep/blob/master/CHANGELOG.mdPatch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-3013?
ripgrep before 13 on Windows allows attackers to trigger execution of arbitrary programs from the current working directory via the -z/--search-zip or --pre flag.
How severe is CVE-2021-3013?
CVE-2021-3013 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.93% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-3013?
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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