CVE-2019-16549
HIGHCVSS 8.1/10EPSS 0.97%
Last modified
CVE-2019-16549 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Jenkins Maven Release Plugin 0.16.1 and earlier does not configure the XML parser to prevent XML external entity (XXE) attacks, allowing man-in-the-middle attackers to have Jenkins parse crafted XML documents.. EPSS estimates a 0.97% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Jenkins Maven Release Plugin 0.16.1 and earlier does not configure the XML parser to prevent XML external entity (XXE) attacks, allowing man-in-the-middle attackers to have Jenkins parse crafted XML documents.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Jenkins | Maven | <= 0.16.1 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2019/12/17/1Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2019/12/17/1Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-16549?
Jenkins Maven Release Plugin 0.16.1 and earlier does not configure the XML parser to prevent XML external entity (XXE) attacks, allowing man-in-the-middle attackers to have Jenkins parse crafted XML documents.
How severe is CVE-2019-16549?
CVE-2019-16549 has a CVSS score of 8.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.97% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-16549?
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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