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CVE-2013-7111

5.0 · MEDIUM

The put_call function in the API client (api/api_client.rb) in the BaseSpace Ruby SDK (aka bio-basespace-sdk) gem 0.1.7 for Ruby uses the API_KEY on the command line, which allows remote attackers…

Published Apr 29, 2014basespace_ruby_sdk_projectCWE-200EPSS 1.51%

Overview

CVE-2013-7111 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting basespace_ruby_sdk_project basespace_ruby_sdk. It was published on April 29, 2014 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

The put_call function in the API client (api/api_client.rb) in the BaseSpace Ruby SDK (aka bio-basespace-sdk) gem 0.1.7 for Ruby uses the API_KEY on the command line, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by listing the processes.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from basespace_ruby_sdk_project. Update basespace_ruby_sdk to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2013-7111?

CVE-2013-7111 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting basespace_ruby_sdk_project basespace_ruby_sdk. It was published on April 29, 2014 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2013-7111?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2013-7111?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from basespace_ruby_sdk_project. Update basespace_ruby_sdk to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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