CVE-2020-2278

Description

Jenkins Storable Configs Plugin 1.0 and earlier does not restrict the user-specified file name, allowing attackers with Job/Configure permission to replace any other '.xml' file on the Jenkins controller with a job config.xml file's content.

Category

6.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 1.01% Top 25%
Third-Party Advisory openwall.com
Affected: Jenkins project Jenkins Storable Configs Plugin
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.jenkins.io/security/advisory/2020-09-16/#SECURITY-1968%20%282%29
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2020/09/16/3 third party advisory mailing list

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-2278?
CVE-2020-2278 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2020-2278?
To fix CVE-2020-2278, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2020-2278 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2020-2278 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2020-2278?
CVE-2020-2278 affects Jenkins project Jenkins Storable Configs Plugin.
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