CVE-2019-16543
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.32%
Last modified
CVE-2019-16543 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Jenkins Spira Importer Plugin 3.2.2 and earlier stores credentials unencrypted in its global configuration file on the Jenkins master where they can be viewed by users with access to the master file system.. EPSS estimates a 0.32% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Jenkins Spira Importer Plugin 3.2.2 and earlier stores credentials unencrypted in its global configuration file on the Jenkins master where they can be viewed by users with access to the master file system.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Jenkins | Spira Importer | <= 3.2.2 |
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-2019-16543?
Jenkins Spira Importer Plugin 3.2.2 and earlier stores credentials unencrypted in its global configuration file on the Jenkins master where they can be viewed by users with access to the master file system.
How severe is CVE-2019-16543?
CVE-2019-16543 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.32% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-16543?
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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