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
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Jenkins | Nerrvana | <= 1.02.06 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2020/10/08/5Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://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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