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CVE-2016-7954 concerns Bundler 1.x dependency resolution. A malicious gem with a colliding name on a secondary source might cause arbitrary Ruby code to enter an application. The source bundle does not provide CVSS, exact affected versions, confirmed fixes, or active exploitation evidence. Exposure is most plausible in Ruby applications using Bundler 1.x with multiple gem sources or secondary private/public repositories. The CVE source bundle lists affected vendor and product as n/a, so asset teams must confirm locally from dependency tooling and Gemfile configuration. Handle as a legacy supply-chain risk requiring inventory and configuration review. Escalate priority for business-critical Ruby applications using Bundler 1.x with private or secondary gem sources, especially where dependency builds affect production releases. Mitigation focus: Check Bundler project and distribution guidance for supported remediation.; Inventory applications still using Bundler 1.x.; Review Gemfiles for secondary or multiple gem sources..
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Source materials
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- https://github.com/bundler/bundler/issues/5062CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1381951CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
- https://github.com/bundler/bundler/issues/5051CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
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