CVE-2019-16540
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 1.61%
Last modified
CVE-2019-16540 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A path traversal vulnerability in Jenkins Support Core Plugin 2.63 and earlier allows attackers with Overall/Read permission to delete arbitrary files on the Jenkins master.. EPSS estimates a 1.61% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A path traversal vulnerability in Jenkins Support Core Plugin 2.63 and earlier allows attackers with Overall/Read permission to delete arbitrary files on the Jenkins master.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Jenkins | Support Core | <= 2.63 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2019/11/21/1Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2019/11/21/1Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-16540?
A path traversal vulnerability in Jenkins Support Core Plugin 2.63 and earlier allows attackers with Overall/Read permission to delete arbitrary files on the Jenkins master.
How severe is CVE-2019-16540?
CVE-2019-16540 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.61% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-16540?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2019-16540?
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