CVE-2024-43791

RequestStore has Incorrect Default Permissions

Description

RequestStore provides per-request global storage for Rack. The files published as part of request_store 1.3.2 have 0666 permissions, meaning that they are world-writable, which allows local users to execute arbitrary code. This version was published in 2017, and most production environments do not allow access for local users, so the chances of this being exploited are very low, given that the vast majority of users will have upgraded, and those that have not, if any, are not likely to be exposed.

Category

7.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.04%
Third-Party Advisory github.com
Affected: steveklabnik request_store
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/steveklabnik/request_store/security/advisories/GHSA-frp2-5qfc-7r8m third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-43791?
CVE-2024-43791 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-43791?
To fix CVE-2024-43791, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2024-43791 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-43791 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2024-43791?
CVE-2024-43791 affects steveklabnik request_store.
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