CVE-2020-2166
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 2.03%
Last modified
CVE-2020-2166 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Jenkins Pipeline: AWS Steps Plugin 1.40 and earlier does not configure its YAML parser to prevent the instantiation of arbitrary types, resulting in a remote code execution vulnerability.. EPSS estimates a 2.03% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Jenkins Pipeline: AWS Steps Plugin 1.40 and earlier does not configure its YAML parser to prevent the instantiation of arbitrary types, resulting in a remote code execution vulnerability.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Jenkins | Pipeline\ | <= 1.40 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2020/03/25/2Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2020/03/25/2Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-2166?
Jenkins Pipeline: AWS Steps Plugin 1.40 and earlier does not configure its YAML parser to prevent the instantiation of arbitrary types, resulting in a remote code execution vulnerability.
How severe is CVE-2020-2166?
CVE-2020-2166 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.03% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-2166?
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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