CVE-2019-10428 : Security Advisory and Response

The Jenkins Aqua Security Scanner Plugin version 3.0.17 and earlier had a vulnerability that exposed configured credentials in plain text, potentially leading to their exposure.

Understanding CVE-2019-10428

This CVE relates to a security issue in the Jenkins Aqua Security Scanner Plugin.

What is CVE-2019-10428?

The vulnerability in the Jenkins Aqua Security Scanner Plugin version 3.0.17 and earlier allowed configured credentials to be transmitted in plain text within the global Jenkins configuration form, posing a risk of exposure.

The Impact of CVE-2019-10428

The exposure of credentials could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information and potential security breaches.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-10428

This section provides more technical insights into the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The Jenkins Aqua Security Scanner Plugin 3.0.17 and earlier transmitted configured credentials in plain text within the global Jenkins configuration form, potentially resulting in their exposure.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Jenkins Aqua Security Scanner Plugin
Vendor: Jenkins project
Versions Affected: 3.0.17 and earlier

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability allowed attackers to intercept and view plain text credentials transmitted within the Jenkins configuration form.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from this vulnerability is crucial.

Immediate Steps to Take

Upgrade the Jenkins Aqua Security Scanner Plugin to a non-vulnerable version.
Avoid storing sensitive credentials in plain text.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement secure credential management practices.
Regularly review and update security configurations.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches and updates provided by Jenkins project to address this vulnerability.