CVE-2023-37942
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 0.51%
Last modified
CVE-2023-37942 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Jenkins External Monitor Job Type Plugin 206.v9a_94ff0b_4a_10 and earlier does not configure its XML parser to prevent XML external entity (XXE) attacks.. EPSS estimates a 0.51% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Jenkins External Monitor Job Type Plugin 206.v9a_94ff0b_4a_10 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:N/I:H/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Jenkins | External Monitor Job Type | <= 206.v9a_94ff0b_4a_10 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2023/07/12/2Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2023/07/12/2Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-37942?
Jenkins External Monitor Job Type Plugin 206.v9a_94ff0b_4a_10 and earlier does not configure its XML parser to prevent XML external entity (XXE) attacks.
How severe is CVE-2023-37942?
CVE-2023-37942 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.51% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-37942?
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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