CVE-2019-16562
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.73%
Last modified
CVE-2019-16562 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. Jenkins buildgraph-view Plugin 1.8 and earlier does not escape the description of builds shown in its view, resulting in a stored XSS vulnerability exploitable by users able to change build descriptions.. EPSS estimates a 0.73% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Jenkins buildgraph-view Plugin 1.8 and earlier does not escape the description of builds shown in its view, resulting in a stored XSS vulnerability exploitable by users able to change build descriptions.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Jenkins | Buildgraph-View | <= 1.8 |
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-2019-16562?
Jenkins buildgraph-view Plugin 1.8 and earlier does not escape the description of builds shown in its view, resulting in a stored XSS vulnerability exploitable by users able to change build descriptions.
How severe is CVE-2019-16562?
CVE-2019-16562 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.73% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-16562?
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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