CVE-2017-2598
MEDIUMCVSS 4.3/10EPSS 1.10%
Last modified
CVE-2017-2598 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.3/10 on the CVSS scale. Jenkins before versions 2.44, 2.32.2 uses AES ECB block cipher mode without IV for encrypting secrets which makes Jenkins and the stored secrets vulnerable to unnecessary risks (SECURITY-304).. EPSS estimates a 1.10% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Jenkins before versions 2.44, 2.32.2 uses AES ECB block cipher mode without IV for encrypting secrets which makes Jenkins and the stored secrets vulnerable to unnecessary risks (SECURITY-304).
Metrics
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Jenkins | Jenkins | < 2.44 |
| Jenkins | Jenkins | < 2.32.2 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95948Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://jenkins.io/security/advisory/2017-02-01/Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95948Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://jenkins.io/security/advisory/2017-02-01/Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-2598?
Jenkins before versions 2.44, 2.32.2 uses AES ECB block cipher mode without IV for encrypting secrets which makes Jenkins and the stored secrets vulnerable to unnecessary risks (SECURITY-304).
How severe is CVE-2017-2598?
CVE-2017-2598 has a CVSS score of 4.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.10% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-2598?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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