CVE-2021-21657
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 1.60%
Last modified
CVE-2021-21657 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Jenkins Filesystem Trigger Plugin 0.40 and earlier does not configure its XML parser to prevent XML external entity (XXE) attacks.. EPSS estimates a 1.60% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Jenkins Filesystem Trigger Plugin 0.40 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:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Jenkins | Filesystem Trigger | <= 0.40 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2021/05/25/3Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2021/05/25/3Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-21657?
Jenkins Filesystem Trigger Plugin 0.40 and earlier does not configure its XML parser to prevent XML external entity (XXE) attacks.
How severe is CVE-2021-21657?
CVE-2021-21657 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.60% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-21657?
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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