CVE-2014-4993: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2014-4993: (1) lib/backup/cli/utility.rb in the backup-agoddard gem 3.0.28 and (2) lib/backup/cli/utility.rb in the ba...

(1) lib/backup/cli/utility.rb in the backup-agoddard gem 3.0.28 and (2) lib/backup/cli/utility.rb in the backup_checksum gem 3.0.23 for Ruby place credentials on the openssl command line, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information by listing the process.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 6, 2024, 11:34 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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This issue can expose backup-related credentials because two Ruby gems place secrets on an OpenSSL command line. A local user on the same system could potentially view those secrets while the backup process runs. The sources do not provide CVSS scoring, confirmed exploitation, or a named fix. Exposure is most likely on servers running the named Ruby gems and invoking their backup CLI functionality with credentials. Systems without these exact gems or without local untrusted users are less exposed based on the provided evidence. Treat this as a targeted cleanup item for legacy Ruby backup tooling. It is not shown as actively exploited, but exposed backup credentials can create wider business impact if reused or privileged. Mitigation focus: Inventory Ruby dependencies for backup-agoddard 3.0.28 and backup_checksum 3.0.23.; Check the referenced advisories and upstream guidance for replacement or remediation options.; Remove or replace vulnerable gems where feasible..

Prepared: Jun 7, 2026, 21:22 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jan 10, 2018, 18:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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