CVE-2021-21692
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 2.03%
Last modified
CVE-2021-21692 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. FilePath#renameTo and FilePath#moveAllChildrenTo in Jenkins 2.318 and earlier, LTS 2.303.2 and earlier only check 'read' agent-to-controller access permission on the source path, instead of 'delete'.. EPSS estimates a 2.03% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
FilePath#renameTo and FilePath#moveAllChildrenTo in Jenkins 2.318 and earlier, LTS 2.303.2 and earlier only check 'read' agent-to-controller access permission on the source path, instead of 'delete'.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Jenkins | Jenkins | < 2.303.3 |
| Jenkins | Jenkins | < 2.319 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-21692?
FilePath#renameTo and FilePath#moveAllChildrenTo in Jenkins 2.318 and earlier, LTS 2.303.2 and earlier only check 'read' agent-to-controller access permission on the source path, instead of 'delete'.
How severe is CVE-2021-21692?
CVE-2021-21692 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.03% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-21692?
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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