CVE-2020-2138
HIGHCVSS 7.1/10EPSS 0.93%
Last modified
CVE-2020-2138 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Jenkins Cobertura Plugin 1.15 and earlier does not configure its XML parser to prevent XML external entity (XXE) attacks.. EPSS estimates a 0.93% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Jenkins Cobertura Plugin 1.15 and earlier does not configure its XML parser to prevent XML external entity (XXE) attacks.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Jenkins | Cobertura | <= 1.15 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2020/03/09/1Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2020/03/09/1Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-2138?
Jenkins Cobertura Plugin 1.15 and earlier does not configure its XML parser to prevent XML external entity (XXE) attacks.
How severe is CVE-2020-2138?
CVE-2020-2138 has a CVSS score of 7.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.93% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-2138?
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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