Stored Cross-Site Scripting Flaw in Jenkins Git Parameter Plugin
CVE-2020-2238

5.4MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Jenkins
Status
Jenkins Git Parameter Plugin
Vendor
CVE Published:
1 September 2020
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What is CVE-2020-2238?

The Git Parameter Plugin for Jenkins, specifically version 0.9.12 and earlier, is susceptible to a stored cross-site scripting vulnerability due to improper escaping of user input in the repository field on the 'Build with Parameters' page. Attackers who possess Job/Configure permissions can exploit this flaw, potentially compromising the security of the Jenkins environment and allowing unauthorized scripts to be executed in a victim's browser session.

Affected Version(s)

Jenkins Git Parameter Plugin <= 0.9.12

References

https://jenkins.io/security/advisory/2020-09-01/#SECURITY...
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http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2020/09/01/3
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.4
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2020-2238 : Stored Cross-Site Scripting Flaw in Jenkins Git Parameter Plugin