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Added 50 randomly selected ruby code samples from the security dataset.

Added 50 randomly selected ruby code samples from the security dataset.
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⏳ I'm reviewing this pull request for security vulnerabilities and code quality issues. I'll provide an update when I'm done

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Summary of Changes

Hello @amazon-pratik, I'm Gemini Code Assist1! I'm currently reviewing this pull request and will post my feedback shortly. In the meantime, here's a summary to help you and other reviewers quickly get up to speed!

I've added a collection of 50 randomly selected Ruby code samples, primarily sourced from a security dataset. The main purpose of this addition is to provide a diverse set of examples for analysis and testing, particularly focusing on various security vulnerabilities and their mitigation. These samples include database migrations, controller logic, and utility files, often demonstrating both insecure and secure coding patterns across different security domains.

Highlights

  • Documentation: I've added a new ruby/README.md file that provides a clear overview of the purpose and structure of these new Ruby code samples.
  • Security Code Samples: This pull request introduces 50 new Ruby code samples, many of which are specifically designed to demonstrate common security vulnerabilities and their corresponding secure coding practices.
  • Vulnerability Coverage: The samples cover a wide range of security issues, including SQL Injection, OS Command Injection, Insecure Deserialization, Unvalidated URL Redirects, Improper Certificate Validation, Weak Password Hashing, and Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF).
  • Educational Examples: Many of the included samples provide both "bad" (vulnerable) and "good" (compliant or fixed) code examples, making them valuable for understanding and testing security rules.
  • Rails Context Examples: Several samples are contextually relevant to Rails applications, featuring migrations, controllers, and configuration files, which helps illustrate security considerations within a web framework.
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Code Review

This pull request adds a large number of Ruby code samples from a security dataset. While many files contain intentionally vulnerable code for analysis purposes, my review has identified several issues that appear to be unintentional bugs, code quality problems, or security vulnerabilities that might not be the intended focus of the samples. These include a critical typo, use of insecure hashing algorithms, disabled CSRF protection, potential for open redirects, use of bare rescues, code duplication, and a format string vulnerability in a file misleadingly named 'compliant'. I've provided specific comments and suggestions to address these issues, aiming to improve the quality and clarity of the code samples.

def change
create_table :users do |t|
t.string :email
t.string :password
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critical

Storing passwords as a plain string is a critical security vulnerability. If the database is compromised, all user passwords will be exposed. Passwords should always be hashed using a strong, adaptive hashing algorithm like bcrypt. I recommend changing this column to password_digest and using a library like bcrypt-ruby to handle password hashing securely.

      t.string :password_digest

result2 = Smth.find_by_sql("SELECT * FROM customers INNER JOIN orders ON customers.id = %{id}", {id: event["id"]})

{
body: [result, resul2]
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critical

There is a typo in the response body. The variable resul2 does not exist; it should be result2. This will raise a NameError at runtime.

    body: [result, result2]

# Our security guy keep talking about sea-surfing, cool story bro.
# Prevent CSRF attacks by raising an exception.
# For APIs, you may want to use :null_session instead.
#protect_from_forgery with: :exception
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critical

CSRF protection is commented out for the entire application. This is a critical security risk, as it makes the application vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks. This line should be uncommented to protect all non-GET requests.

  protect_from_forgery with: :exception

class TaintedFormat < ActionController::Base
def sanitized_input
# Compliant: User-input is not used to format output.
printf(params[:format])
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critical

This code is critically vulnerable to a format string attack. The user-controlled params[:format] is passed directly as the format string to printf. An attacker can inject format specifiers (e.g., %s, %x, %n) to read from the stack, disclose memory, or even write to arbitrary memory locations, leading to a crash or remote code execution. The filename tainted-format-compliant.rb is highly misleading. To safely print user input, it must be passed as an argument to printf.

    printf("%s", params[:format])

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def test_params()
# {fact rule=autoescape-disabled@v1.0 defects=1}
user_input = params['some_key']
# ruleid: dangerous-exec
exec("ls -lah #{user_input}")
# {/fact}

# {fact rule=autoescape-disabled@v1.0 defects=1}
# ruleid: dangerous-exec
Process.spawn([user_input, "smth"])
# {/fact}

# {fact rule=autoescape-disabled@v1.0 defects=1}
# ruleid: dangerous-exec
output = exec(["sh", "-c", user_input])
# {/fact}

# {fact rule=autoescape-disabled@v1.0 defects=1}
# ruleid: dangerous-exec
pid = spawn(["bash", user_input])
# {/fact}

# {fact rule=autoescape-disabled@v1.0 defects=0}
commands = "ls -lah /raz/dva"
# ok: dangerous-exec
system(commands)
# {/fact}

# {fact rule=autoescape-disabled@v1.0 defects=0}
cmd_name = "sh"
# ok: dangerous-exec
Process.exec([cmd_name, "ls", "-la"])
# {/fact}

# {fact rule=autoescape-disabled@v1.0 defects=0}
# ok: dangerous-exec
Open3.capture2({"FOO" => "BAR"}, [cmd_name, "smth"])
# {/fact}

# {fact rule=autoescape-disabled@v1.0 defects=0}
# ok: dangerous-exec
system("ls -lah /tmp")
# {/fact}

# {fact rule=autoescape-disabled@v1.0 defects=0}
# ok: dangerous-exec
exec(["ls", "-lah", "/tmp"])
# {/fact}
end
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high

The method test_params is defined twice in this file (the first definition is at lines 3-51). This second definition will overwrite the first one. This duplicated code should be removed to avoid confusion and maintain code clarity.

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# ruleid:missing-csrf-protection
class DangerousController < ActionController::Base

puts "do more stuff"

end
# {fact rule=coral-csrf-rule@v1.0 defects=0}

# ok:missing-csrf-protection
class OkController < ActionController::Base
# {/fact}

protect_from_forgery :with => :exception

puts "do more stuff"

end
# {fact rule=coral-csrf-rule@v1.0 defects=0}

# ok:missing-csrf-protection
class OkController < ActionController::Base
# {/fact}

protect_from_forgery prepend: true, with: :exception

puts "do more stuff"

end
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medium

This file appears to be an exact duplicate of ruby/random_samples/missing-csrf-protection.rb. Having duplicate files increases maintenance overhead. Please consider removing this file if it's not needed.

sched = Schedule.new(schedule_params)
sched.date_begin, sched.date_end = format_schedule_date(params[:date_range1])
sched.user_id = current_user.id
a = sched.date_end
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medium

The variable a is assigned a value but is never used. This is considered dead code and should be removed to improve readability.

hash[:end] = s[:date_end]
jfs << hash
end
rescue
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medium

Using a bare rescue is dangerous as it can hide unexpected errors. It's better to rescue specific exceptions that you anticipate. For example, if you expect current_user.paid_time_off to be potentially nil, you should rescue NoMethodError.

    rescue NoMethodError

return vals
end

private
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medium

The private keyword here is redundant because all methods defined after the private keyword on line 41 are already considered private. This second declaration can be safely removed.


def forgot_password(email, token)
@token = token
@url = url_for(controller: "password_resets", action: "reset_password", only_path: false) + "?token=#{token}"
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medium

Manually concatenating a token to a URL can be risky if the token contains special characters that require URL encoding. It is safer and better practice to pass the token as a parameter to url_for, which will handle the encoding correctly.

    @url = url_for(controller: "password_resets", action: "reset_password", token: token, only_path: false)

# {/fact}
# {fact rule=object-input-stream-insecure-deserialization@v1.0 defects=0}
# ok: bad-deserialization-env
obj = Oj.load(data,options=some_safe_options)
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Description: A potential code injection vulnerability has been detected where untrusted input is passed to a method that may execute arbitrary code. This allows attackers to inject and execute malicious code within the application, potentially leading to unauthorized access or data breaches. To mitigate this risk, properly sanitize and validate all user input before processing. Avoid passing untrusted input to methods that can execute code. Consider using safer alternatives like parameterized queries or controlled methods for handling user input. Learn More - https://cwe.mitre.org/data/definitions/94.html.

Severity: Critical

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The remediation involves replacing unsafe deserialization methods with their safe counterparts, such as YAML.safe_load, CSV.parse, and Oj.safe_load. These methods provide better control over deserialization and help prevent code injection vulnerabilities.

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obj = Oj.load(data,options=some_safe_options)
def bad_deserialization
data = request.env[:name]
# Use YAML.safe_load instead of Marshal.load
obj = YAML.safe_load(data, permitted_classes: [Symbol, Time])
o = Klass.new(request.env[:name])
data = CSV.dump(o)
# Use CSV.parse instead of CSV.load
obj = CSV.parse(data)
o = Klass.new("hello
")
data = request.env[:name]
# Use Oj.safe_load instead of Oj.object_load
obj = Oj.safe_load(data)
# Use Oj.safe_load instead of Oj.load
obj = Oj.safe_load(data)
# Keep this line as it's already using safe options
obj = Oj.load(data, options=some_safe_options)
end

def change
create_table :users do |t|
t.string :email
t.string :password
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Description: The 'password' field is stored as plain text, which is a security risk. Use a secure hashing method for password storage, such as bcrypt. Replace 't.string :password' with 't.string :password_digest'.

Severity: Critical

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The fix replaces 't.string :password' with 't.string :password_digest' to address the security risk of storing passwords as plain text. This change prepares the database schema for using a secure hashing method like bcrypt, which is commonly used in Rails applications for password storage. The 'password_digest' field is designed to store the hashed version of the password, significantly enhancing security.

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t.string :password
def change
create_table :users do |t|
t.string :email
t.string :password_digest
t.boolean :admin
t.string :first_name
t.string :last_name

name = params[:name]

# {fact rule=untrusted-data-in-decision@v1.0 defects=1}
if check
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Description: The code uses untrusted user input directly in conditional statements, potentially leading to security vulnerabilities. Validate and sanitize user input before using it in conditional statements. Use strong parameters or implement proper input validation.

Severity: Critical

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The fix addresses the vulnerability of using untrusted user input directly in conditional statements by adding validation and sanitization. For each instance where params are used in conditionals, we now check if the parameter is present and has a specific expected value (e.g., 'true'). This helps prevent potential security issues by ensuring only validated input is used in sensitive operations.

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if check
def bad_handler1
check = params[:check]
name = params[:name]
# {fact rule=untrusted-data-in-decision@v1.0 defects=1}
if check.present? && check == 'true' # Validate and sanitize user input
# BAD
authenticate_user! name
end
end
# {/fact}
def bad_handler2
# {fact rule=untrusted-data-in-decision@v1.0 defects=1}
# BAD
login if params[:login].present? && params[:login] == 'true' # Validate and sanitize user input
do_something_else
end
# {/fact}
def bad_handler3
# {fact rule=untrusted-data-in-decision@v1.0 defects=1}
# BAD. Not detected: its the last statement in the method, so it doesn't
# match the heuristic for an action.
login if params[:login].present? && params[:login] == 'true' # Validate and sanitize user input
end

# {/fact}
# {fact rule=object-input-stream-insecure-deserialization@v1.0 defects=1}
# ruleid: bad-deserialization-env
obj = Oj.load(data)
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Description: A potential code injection vulnerability has been detected where untrusted input is passed to a method that may execute arbitrary code. This allows attackers to inject and execute malicious code within the application, potentially leading to unauthorized access or data breaches. To mitigate this risk, properly sanitize and validate all user input before processing. Avoid passing untrusted input to methods that can execute code. Consider using safer alternatives like parameterized queries or controlled methods for handling user input. Learn More - https://cwe.mitre.org/data/definitions/94.html.

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The remediation replaces unsafe deserialization methods (Marshal.load, CSV.load, Oj.object_load, and Oj.load) with their safer alternatives (YAML.safe_load, CSV.parse, and Oj.safe_load) to prevent potential code injection vulnerabilities.

Suggested change
obj = Oj.load(data)
def bad_deserialization
data = request.env[:name]
# Use YAML.safe_load instead of Marshal.load for secure deserialization
obj = YAML.safe_load(data, permitted_classes: [Symbol, Time])
o = Klass.new(request.env[:name])
data = CSV.dump(o)
# Use CSV.parse instead of CSV.load for safer CSV parsing
obj = CSV.parse(data)
o = Klass.new("hello
")
data = request.env[:name]
# Use Oj.safe_load instead of Oj.object_load for secure JSON parsing
obj = Oj.safe_load(data)
# Use Oj.safe_load instead of Oj.load for secure JSON parsing
obj = Oj.safe_load(data)
# This line is already using safe options, so it can remain unchanged
obj = Oj.load(data, options=some_safe_options)
end

# {fact rule=autoescape-disabled@v1.0 defects=1}
table = params["table"]
# ruleid: check-unsafe-reflection
table.classify.constantize.try(:meth)
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Description: Identified potential unsafe reflection in your code. This occurs when untrusted user input directly influences reflection mechanisms, posing a risk of code injection and arbitrary code execution. Ensure that user input is never directly influential to mitigate these security risks.

Severity: Critical

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The fix involves adding a check to ensure that the table name is in a predefined list of allowed table names (ALLOWED_TABLE_NAMES) before using it in the reflection. This prevents arbitrary code execution from user input.

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table.classify.constantize.try(:meth)
# {fact rule=autoescape-disabled@v1.0 defects=1}
table = params["table"]
# Import the necessary constant for allowed table names
# This constant should be defined elsewhere in the application
# ruleid: check-unsafe-reflection
if ALLOWED_TABLE_NAMES.include?(table)
table.classify.constantize.try(:meth)
else
raise ArgumentError, "Invalid table name"
end
# {/fact}
end

cmd = params[:cmd]
safe_cmd = Shellwords.escape(cmd)
# Compliant: User data has been escaped
system(safe_cmd)
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Description: A potential code injection vulnerability has been detected where untrusted input is passed to a method that may execute arbitrary code. This allows attackers to inject and execute malicious code within the application, potentially leading to unauthorized access or data breaches. To mitigate this risk, properly sanitize and validate all user input before processing. Avoid passing untrusted input to methods that can execute code. Consider using safer alternatives like parameterized queries or controlled methods for handling user input. Learn More - https://cwe.mitre.org/data/definitions/94.html.

Severity: Critical

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The fix implements a whitelist of allowed commands and checks if the sanitized command is in the whitelist before execution. This prevents arbitrary command execution while still allowing specific, safe commands.

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system(safe_cmd)
# import whitelist
# Whitelist module provides a safe way to validate and execute allowed commands
def oscommand_injection_compliant
cmd = params[:cmd]
safe_cmd = Shellwords.escape(cmd)
allowed_commands = ['ls', 'dir', 'echo']
if allowed_commands.include?(safe_cmd.split.first)
system(safe_cmd)
else
raise "Command not allowed"
end
end


# {fact rule=autoescape-disabled@v1.0 defects=1}
# ruleid: dangerous-exec
Process.spawn([user_input, "smth"])
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Description: Potential security risk detected. Avoid using user-controllable input in exec or spawn, as it may lead to code injection vulnerabilities. Dynamic execution of external commands can expose your application to malicious input. Consider safer alternatives to mitigate the risk of code injection vulnerabilities.

Severity: Critical

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The remediation is made by using Shellwords.escape() to properly escape user input before passing it to exec or spawn functions, and by using an array of arguments instead of a single string where possible to prevent shell injection.

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Process.spawn([user_input, "smth"])
# {fact rule=autoescape-disabled@v1.0 defects=1}
user_input = params['some_key']
# ruleid: dangerous-exec
exec("ls -lah #{Shellwords.escape(user_input)}") # require 'shellwords'
# {/fact}
# {fact rule=autoescape-disabled@v1.0 defects=1}
# ruleid: dangerous-exec
Process.spawn(["ls", "-lah", user_input])
# {/fact}
# {fact rule=autoescape-disabled@v1.0 defects=1}
# ruleid: dangerous-exec
output = exec(["sh", "-c", Shellwords.escape(user_input)]) # require 'shellwords'
# {/fact}
# {fact rule=autoescape-disabled@v1.0 defects=1}
# ruleid: dangerous-exec
pid = spawn(["bash", "-c", Shellwords.escape(user_input)]) # require 'shellwords'
# {/fact}
# {fact rule=autoescape-disabled@v1.0 defects=0}

def test_more_send_methods
User.try(params[:meth])
self.__send__(params[:meth])
Account.public_send(params[:meth])
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Description: Bad Send is a security best practice that identifies and addresses potential vulnerabilities arising from unsafe usage of Object#send, try, send, and public_send in Ruby code.

Severity: Critical

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The remediation is made by adding a whitelist of allowed methods and checking if the requested method is in the whitelist and if the Account object responds to it before using public_send. This prevents arbitrary method execution while still allowing intended functionality.

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Account.public_send(params[:meth])
def test_more_send_methods
User.try(params[:meth])
self.__send__(params[:meth])
valid_methods = %i[allowed_method1 allowed_method2 allowed_method3] # Replace with actual method names you want to allow
if valid_methods.include?(params[:meth]) && Account.respond_to?(params[:meth])
Account.public_send(params[:meth])
else
# Handle the error or invalid method case appropriately
end
# {fact rule=autoescape-disabled@v1.0 defects=1}
table = params["table"]

# {fact rule=object-input-stream-insecure-deserialization@v1.0 defects=1}
data = request.env[:name]
# ruleid: bad-deserialization-env
obj = Marshal.load(data)
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Description: A potential code injection vulnerability has been detected where untrusted input is passed to a method that may execute arbitrary code. This allows attackers to inject and execute malicious code within the application, potentially leading to unauthorized access or data breaches. To mitigate this risk, properly sanitize and validate all user input before processing. Avoid passing untrusted input to methods that can execute code. Consider using safer alternatives like parameterized queries or controlled methods for handling user input. Learn More - https://cwe.mitre.org/data/definitions/94.html.

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The remediation replaces unsafe deserialization methods (Marshal.load, CSV.load, Oj.object_load, and Oj.load) with their safer alternatives (YAML.safe_load, CSV.parse, and Oj.safe_load) to prevent potential code injection vulnerabilities.

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obj = Marshal.load(data)
def bad_deserialization
data = request.env[:name]
# Use YAML.safe_load instead of Marshal.load for secure deserialization
obj = YAML.safe_load(data, permitted_classes: [Symbol, Time])
o = Klass.new(request.env[:name])
data = CSV.dump(o)
# Use CSV.parse instead of CSV.load for safer CSV parsing
obj = CSV.parse(data)
o = Klass.new("hello
")
data = request.env[:name]
# Use Oj.safe_load instead of Oj.object_load for secure JSON parsing
obj = Oj.safe_load(data)
# Use Oj.safe_load instead of Oj.load for secure JSON parsing
obj = Oj.safe_load(data)
# This line is already using safe options, so it remains unchanged
obj = Oj.load(data,options=some_safe_options)
end


# {fact rule=autoescape-disabled@v1.0 defects=1}
# ruleid: dangerous-exec
pid = spawn(["bash", user_input])
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Description: A potential code injection vulnerability has been detected where untrusted input is passed to a method that may execute arbitrary code. This allows attackers to inject and execute malicious code within the application, potentially leading to unauthorized access or data breaches. To mitigate this risk, properly sanitize and validate all user input before processing. Avoid passing untrusted input to methods that can execute code. Consider using safer alternatives like parameterized queries or controlled methods for handling user input. Learn More - https://cwe.mitre.org/data/definitions/94.html.

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The remediation is made by using Shellwords.escape to properly escape the user input before passing it to the spawn method. This prevents potential command injection by ensuring special characters in the user input are treated as literal characters rather than shell metacharacters.

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pid = spawn(["bash", user_input])
# {fact rule=autoescape-disabled@v1.0 defects=1}
# ruleid: dangerous-exec
pid = spawn(["bash", "-c", "echo #{Shellwords.escape(user_input)}"]) # require 'shellwords'
# {/fact}
# {fact rule=autoescape-disabled@v1.0 defects=0}

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✅ I finished the code review, and left comments with the issues I found. I will now generate code fix suggestions.

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