CVE-2022-36901

Description

Jenkins HTTP Request Plugin 1.15 and earlier stores HTTP Request passwords unencrypted in its global configuration file on the Jenkins controller where they can be viewed by users with access to the Jenkins controller file system.

Category

6.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.08%
Vendor Advisory jenkins.io
Affected: Jenkins project Jenkins HTTP Request Plugin
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.jenkins.io/security/advisory/2022-07-27/#SECURITY-2053 vendor advisory
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2022/07/27/1 third party advisory mailing list

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-36901?
CVE-2022-36901 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-36901?
To fix CVE-2022-36901, 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-2022-36901 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2022-36901 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2022-36901?
CVE-2022-36901 affects Jenkins project Jenkins HTTP Request Plugin.
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