Title: Ruby alias Function Safe Level Security Bypass
Info
Disclosure
Jul 11, 2006
Discovery
Unknown
Dates
Exploit
Unknown
Solution
Unknown
Description
Ruby contains a flaw that may allow a malicious user to gain access to unauthorized privileges. The issue is triggered due to an unspecified error in the handling of the "alias" functionality. No further details have been provided.
Classification
Location:
Local Access Required,
Remote / Network Access
Attack Type:
Other
Impact:
Loss of Confidentiality
Exploit:
Exploit Unknown
Solution
Upgrade to version 1.8.5, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. An upgrade is required as there are no known workarounds. This vulnerability has also been fixed in a snapshot version in the CVS repository.