CVE-2019-10363 : Security Advisory and Response

Jenkins Configuration as Code Plugin versions 1.24 and earlier have a vulnerability related to the detection of encrypted sensitive values. Learn about the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps.

Understanding CVE-2019-10363

This CVE involves inaccuracies in identifying encrypted sensitive values in Jenkins Configuration as Code Plugin versions 1.24 and earlier.

What is CVE-2019-10363?

The vulnerability in Jenkins Configuration as Code Plugin versions 1.24 and earlier results in unreliable detection of encrypted sensitive values expected to be exported.

The Impact of CVE-2019-10363

The issue affects the accuracy of identifying encrypted sensitive values, potentially leading to exposure of sensitive information.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-10363

This section provides insights into the vulnerability's description, affected systems, and exploitation mechanism.

Vulnerability Description

Jenkins Configuration as Code Plugin 1.24 and earlier fail to consistently identify sensitive values expected to be exported in their encrypted form.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Jenkins Configuration as Code Plugin
Vendor: Jenkins project
Versions Affected: 1.24 and earlier

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by malicious actors to potentially access sensitive information due to the inaccurate detection of encrypted values.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from CVE-2019-10363 by following these mitigation and prevention strategies.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Jenkins Configuration as Code Plugin to a non-vulnerable version.
Monitor and review configurations for any exposed sensitive information.
Implement encryption best practices for sensitive data.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly audit and review configurations for security vulnerabilities.
Educate users on secure handling of sensitive information.
Stay informed about security advisories and updates from Jenkins.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches and updates provided by Jenkins to address the vulnerability in affected versions.