Unencrypted Password Storage in Jenkins TestQuality Updater Plugin by Jenkins
CVE-2023-24454

5.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
Jenkins
Status
Jenkins TestQuality Updater Plugin
Vendor
CVE Published:
26 January 2023

Summary

The Jenkins TestQuality Updater Plugin, version 1.3 and earlier, poses a significant security risk by storing the TestQuality Updater password in an unencrypted format within the global configuration file on the Jenkins controller. This configuration file can be accessed by any user with permissions to the Jenkins controller's filesystem, potentially exposing sensitive credentials. It is critical for users to upgrade to versions with enhanced security measures to safeguard their systems.

Affected Version(s)

Jenkins TestQuality Updater Plugin <= 1.3

References

https://www.jenkins.io/security/advisory/2023-01-24/#SECU...

CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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