CVE-2022-34178

Description

Jenkins Embeddable Build Status Plugin 2.0.3 allows specifying a 'link' query parameter that build status badges will link to, without restricting possible values, resulting in a reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.

Category

6.1
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 3.99% Top 15%
Vendor Advisory jenkins.io
Affected: Jenkins project Jenkins Embeddable Build Status Plugin
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.jenkins.io/security/advisory/2022-06-22/#SECURITY-2567 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-34178?
CVE-2022-34178 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-34178?
To fix CVE-2022-34178, 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-2022-34178 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2022-34178 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~4% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2022-34178?
CVE-2022-34178 affects Jenkins project Jenkins Embeddable Build Status Plugin.
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