CVE-2016-3693 safemode gem allows context-dependent attackers to obtain sensitive information via the inspect method
Attackers can obtain sensitive information from Rails controllers via the inspect method in the Safemode gem when a delegate object is initialized.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- Available
What is CVE-2016-3693?
CVE-2016-3693 is a high-severity vulnerability in n/a, published on 20 May 2016. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
The Safemode gem before 1.2.4 for Ruby, when initialized with a delegate object that is a Rails controller, allows context-dependent attackers to obtain sensitive information via the inspect method.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2016-3693?
2 open source packages ship an affected version, including safemode. It affects 1 product.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
safemode RubyGems | All versions | 1.2.4 |
safemode RubyGems | All versions | 1.2.4 |
Products include Safemode Project Safemode.
How do I fix CVE-2016-3693?
Upgrade safemode to 1.2.4 or later.
Is CVE-2016-3693 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2016-3693 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-c92m-rrrc-q5wf.