CVE-2020-2298
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 1.10%
Last modified
CVE-2020-2298 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Jenkins Nerrvana Plugin 1.02.06 and earlier does not configure its XML parser to prevent XML external entity (XXE) attacks.. EPSS estimates a 1.10% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Jenkins Nerrvana Plugin 1.02.06 and earlier does not configure its XML parser to prevent XML external entity (XXE) attacks.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Jenkins | Nerrvana | <= 1.02.06 |
References
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2020/10/08/5Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2020/10/08/5Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-2298?
Jenkins Nerrvana Plugin 1.02.06 and earlier does not configure its XML parser to prevent XML external entity (XXE) attacks.
How severe is CVE-2020-2298?
CVE-2020-2298 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.10% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-2298?
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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