SB2016031601 - Remote code execution in Ruby on Rails



SB2016031601 - Remote code execution in Ruby on Rails

Published: March 16, 2016 Updated: April 19, 2024

Security Bulletin ID SB2016031601
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Code injection (CVE-ID: CVE-2016-2098)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation in "render()" function. A remote attacker can send a specially crafted request to the vulnerable application and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may allow an attacker to compromise vulnerable system.

Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.