CVE-2021-21642

HIGHCVSS 8.1/10EPSS 37.83%

Last modified

CVE-2021-21642 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Jenkins Config File Provider Plugin 3.7.0 and earlier does not configure its XML parser to prevent XML external entity (XXE) attacks.. EPSS estimates a 37.83% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Jenkins Config File Provider Plugin 3.7.0 and earlier does not configure its XML parser to prevent XML external entity (XXE) attacks.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1
8.1/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N

EPSS Probability
37.83%

98.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
JenkinsConfig File Provider<= 3.7.0

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-21642?
Jenkins Config File Provider Plugin 3.7.0 and earlier does not configure its XML parser to prevent XML external entity (XXE) attacks.
How severe is CVE-2021-21642?
CVE-2021-21642 has a CVSS score of 8.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 37.83% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-21642?
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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Source: NVD / NIST