# CVE-2022-31033: ruby-mechanize: The Mechanize library is used for automating interaction with websites

CVE-2022-31033 is fixed in ruby-mechanize on 1 platform, first by DEBIAN-CVE-2022-31033, released June 9, 2022. It is not reported as exploited. Patch Radar priority: High.

- Web page: https://patchblox.com/security/cve/CVE-2022-31033
- Priority: High
- CVSS: 7.5 (high)
- EPSS: 0.0152
- CISA KEV: not listed
- Exploited (vendor report): no
- Publicly disclosed: no
- Published: Jun 9, 2022

## Description

The Mechanize library is used for automating interaction with websites. Mechanize automatically stores and sends cookies, follows redirects, and can follow links and submit forms. In versions prior to 2.8.5 the Authorization header is leaked after a redirect to a different port on the same site. Users are advised to upgrade to Mechanize v2.8.5 or later. There are no known workarounds for this issue.

## Where it's fixed

| Platform | Product | Fixed in | Fix | Released |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linux | ruby-mechanize Debian 12.15 (bookworm) | 2.8.5-1 | [DEBIAN-CVE-2022-31033](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/linux/debian-cve-2022-31033.md) | Jun 9, 2022 |
| Linux | ruby-mechanize Debian 13.5 (trixie) | 2.8.5-1 | [DEBIAN-CVE-2022-31033](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/linux/debian-cve-2022-31033.md) | Jun 9, 2022 |
| Linux | ruby-mechanize Debian 14 | 2.8.5-1 | [DEBIAN-CVE-2022-31033](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/linux/debian-cve-2022-31033.md) | Jun 9, 2022 |

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