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CVE-2017-0901

HighPublished

RubyGems version 2.6.12 and earlier fails to validate specification names, allowing a maliciously crafted gem to potentially overwrite any file on the...

Published: Aug 31, 2017
Updated: Sep 16, 2024
Assigning CNA: hackerone
Evidence observed: Sep 4, 2017

Primary CVSS

7.5/ 10High

nvd · CVSS 3.0

CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N

EPSS probability estimate

26.3%

Moderate · next 30 days

Percentile: 98.0%
Model date: Sep 21, 2026

EPSS is a statistical estimate, not a certainty or a measure of impact. Combine it with CVSS, KEV status, exposure and your environment.

Summary

RubyGems version 2.6.12 and earlier fails to validate specification names, allowing a maliciously crafted gem to potentially overwrite any file on the filesystem.

Sources

RubyGems < 2.6.13 - Arbitrary File OverwriteExploit
mame · linux · Sep 4, 2017

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