CVE-2020-2179
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 2.87%
Last modified
CVE-2020-2179 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Jenkins Yaml Axis Plugin 0.2.0 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 2.87% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Jenkins Yaml Axis Plugin 0.2.0 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 | Yaml Axis | <= 0.2.0 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2020/04/16/4Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2020/04/16/4Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-2179?
Jenkins Yaml Axis Plugin 0.2.0 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-2020-2179?
CVE-2020-2179 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.87% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-2179?
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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