CVE-2019-10333 : Security Advisory and Response

A security vulnerability in versions 1.1.5 and earlier of the Jenkins ElectricFlow Plugin allowed unauthorized users to access sensitive information.

Understanding CVE-2019-10333

This CVE details a flaw in the Jenkins ElectricFlow Plugin that could be exploited by users with Overall/Read access to gather configuration information.

What is CVE-2019-10333?

The absence of permission checks in the affected versions of the Jenkins ElectricFlow Plugin allowed unauthorized users to access plugin and ElectricFlow instance configurations.

The Impact of CVE-2019-10333

The vulnerability enabled users with Overall/Read access to obtain sensitive information, potentially leading to unauthorized access and data exposure.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-10333

This section provides technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The Jenkins ElectricFlow Plugin versions 1.1.5 and earlier lacked permission checks in various HTTP endpoints, enabling unauthorized users to access configuration details.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Jenkins ElectricFlow Plugin
Vendor: Jenkins project
Versions Affected: 1.1.5 and earlier

Exploitation Mechanism

Unauthorized users with Overall/Read access could exploit the lack of permission checks to gather sensitive configuration information.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from CVE-2019-10333 with the following steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Upgrade the Jenkins ElectricFlow Plugin to a non-vulnerable version.
Restrict access to sensitive configurations to authorized personnel only.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly review and update access control policies.
Conduct security training for personnel to enhance awareness of data protection.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security advisories and promptly apply patches to address vulnerabilities.