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This CVE affects VladTheEnterprising gem 0.2 for Ruby. A local user could abuse temporary MySQL configuration file handling to write to files they should not control. It is mainly relevant to legacy Ruby deployment environments where this gem is installed and executed on multi-user or less trusted hosts. Exposure is likely limited to systems running VladTheEnterprising gem 0.2, especially deployment hosts or build systems where local users can interact with shared temporary directories. Treat this as a targeted legacy-dependency cleanup item, not a broad emergency. Prioritize if Ruby deployment systems run this gem on shared hosts or under privileged accounts. Mitigation focus: Inventory Ruby dependencies for VladTheEnterprising gem 0.2.; Remove or replace the gem where it is no longer needed.; Check project or vendor guidance for any fixed version or workaround..
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- vladtheenterprising-cve20144996-sec-bypass(94744)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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