PT-2022-23471 · Unknown · Rubyinstaller2

Published 2022-08-30 · Updated 2023-08-08 · CVE-2022-36563

Positive Technologies (AI Summary)

CVSS v3.1

8.8

High

Base vector

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

Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions Rubyinstaller2 versions 3.1.2 and below

Description The issue is related to incorrect access control in the install directory of Rubyinstaller2, specifically the C:RailsInstaller directory. This allows authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary code by overwriting binaries located in the directory.

Recommendations For versions 3.1.2 and below, consider restricting access to the C:RailsInstaller directory to prevent unauthorized modifications to the binaries until a fix is available. Additionally, monitor the directory for any suspicious activity and apply appropriate security measures to mitigate the risk of exploitation. At the moment, there is no information about a newer version that contains a fix for this vulnerability.

Related Identifiers

CVE-2022-36563

Affected Products

Rubyinstaller2

References · 5

• https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2022-36563 · Security Note
• https://osv.dev/vulnerability/CVE-2022-36563 · Vendor Advisory
• https://github.com/ycdxsb/Vuln/blob/main/Railsinstaller-Vuln/Railsinstaller-Vuln.md · Note
• https://t.me/cvenotify/35463 · Telegram Post
• https://t.me/cibsecurity/49065 · Telegram Post