CVE-2019-1003015 : What You Need to Know

Jenkins Job Import Plugin versions 2.1 and earlier contain a vulnerability that allows attackers to gain unauthorized access to arbitrary files and engage in denial of service attacks.

Understanding CVE-2019-1003015

Jenkins Job Import Plugin vulnerability impacting versions 2.1 and earlier.

What is CVE-2019-1003015?

This vulnerability in the RestApiClient.java file of Jenkins Job Import Plugin allows attackers controlling the queried HTTP server (Jenkins) to access arbitrary files and conduct malicious activities.

The Impact of CVE-2019-1003015

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability to gain unauthorized access to files and execute denial of service attacks, among other malicious activities.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-1003015

Details of the vulnerability in Jenkins Job Import Plugin.

Vulnerability Description

The XML external entity processing vulnerability in Jenkins Job Import Plugin 2.1 and earlier enables attackers to read arbitrary files and launch denial of service attacks.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Jenkins Job Import Plugin
Vendor: Jenkins project
Vulnerable Versions: 2.1 and earlier

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers with control over the Jenkins server can exploit this vulnerability to access arbitrary files and disrupt services.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protective measures against CVE-2019-1003015.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Jenkins Job Import Plugin to the latest version.
Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activities.
Restrict access to Jenkins servers.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update all software and plugins to patch vulnerabilities.
Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of potential attacks.

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches promptly to Jenkins Job Import Plugin.
Stay informed about security advisories from Jenkins project.