Safemode Gem Has Incomplete List of Disallowed Inputs
Published Jul 21, 2017 · Updated Oct 23, 2026 · Also known as GHSA-5vx5-9q73-wgp4
Original summary
Normalized public record · Updated Oct 23, 2026
Safemode Gem Has Incomplete List of Disallowed Inputs
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QFinch assessment
rubygem-safemode, as used in Foreman, versions 1.3.1 and earlier are vulnerable to bypassing safe mode limitations via special Ruby syntax. This can lead to deletion of objects for which the user does not have delete permissions or possibly to privilege escalation.
Evidence: public source recordsAffected products
| Affected package, product or range | Fix status |
|---|---|
| Consult the referenced vendor advisory for affected versions. | Consult source advisory |
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Remediation
Apply the vendor-supported fixed release or mitigation, then verify the affected component is no longer reachable.
- Confirm the affected product and reachable code path exist in your environment.
- Apply the vendor-supported patch or mitigation from the primary advisory.
- Rescan the exact deployed revision and retain verification evidence.
Evidence coverage
- SSVC priority
- MEDIUM
- Confidence
- 20%
- Aliases
- GHSA-5vx5-9q73-wgp4
Scores appear only when corresponding evidence exists. Missing data is never interpreted as zero risk.
Sources and record history
Record history
Published Jul 21, 2017 · Last refreshed Oct 23, 2026