CVE-2018-1000169 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies
Learn about CVE-2018-1000169 affecting Jenkins versions 2.115 and older, allowing unauthorized attackers to confirm agents or views. Find mitigation steps and patching advice here.
Jenkins versions 2.115 and older, as well as LTS versions 2.107.1 and older, contain a security vulnerability that allows unauthorized attackers to confirm the presence of agents or views by sending a CLI command.
Understanding CVE-2018-1000169
This CVE involves a security flaw in CLICommand.java and ViewOptionHandler.java in Jenkins versions.
What is CVE-2018-1000169?
This vulnerability enables attackers to verify the existence of agents or views using a specified name through a CLI command.
The Impact of CVE-2018-1000169
Unauthorized users can exploit this flaw to gather sensitive information about the Jenkins environment.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-1000169
This section provides more technical insights into the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The exposure of sensitive information vulnerability in Jenkins versions 2.115 and older allows attackers to confirm the presence of agents or views.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Jenkins versions 2.115 and older
- LTS versions 2.107.1 and older
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by sending a CLI command to Jenkins with a specified name to confirm the existence of agents or views.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2018-1000169 is crucial for maintaining security.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update Jenkins to the latest version to patch the vulnerability
- Monitor and restrict CLI access to Jenkins
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly review and update Jenkins security configurations
- Implement access controls and authentication mechanisms
Patching and Updates
- Apply security patches promptly to address known vulnerabilities