CVE-2023-40342

Description

Jenkins Flaky Test Handler Plugin 1.2.2 and earlier does not escape JUnit test contents when showing them on the Jenkins UI, resulting in a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability exploitable by attackers able to control JUnit report file contents.

Category

5.4
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 4.93% Top 15%
Vendor Advisory jenkins.io
Affected: Jenkins Project Jenkins Flaky Test Handler Plugin
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.jenkins.io/security/advisory/2023-08-16/#SECURITY-3223 vendor advisory
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2023/08/16/3 third party advisory mailing list

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-40342?
CVE-2023-40342 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-40342?
To fix CVE-2023-40342, 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-2023-40342 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2023-40342 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~5% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-40342?
CVE-2023-40342 affects Jenkins Project Jenkins Flaky Test Handler Plugin.
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