CVE-2019-10443 : Security Advisory and Response

The Jenkins iceScrum Plugin versions 1.1.4 and earlier stored credentials without encryption, potentially exposing them to unauthorized users.

Understanding CVE-2019-10443

The vulnerability in the Jenkins iceScrum Plugin could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information.

What is CVE-2019-10443?

The Jenkins iceScrum Plugin versions 1.1.4 and earlier stored credentials without encryption in job config.xml files on the Jenkins master, potentially exposing them to unauthorized users.

The Impact of CVE-2019-10443

This vulnerability could allow users with Extended Read permission or access to the master file system to view sensitive credentials stored in an unencrypted format.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-10443

The technical aspects of the vulnerability in the Jenkins iceScrum Plugin.

Vulnerability Description

The Jenkins iceScrum Plugin versions 1.1.4 and earlier stored credentials unencrypted in job config.xml files on the Jenkins master, making them accessible to unauthorized users.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Jenkins iceScrum Plugin
Vendor: Jenkins project
Versions Affected: 1.1.4 and earlier

Exploitation Mechanism

Unauthorized users with Extended Read permission or access to the master file system could exploit this vulnerability to view sensitive credentials.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to mitigate and prevent the exploitation of CVE-2019-10443.

Immediate Steps to Take

Upgrade to a fixed version of the Jenkins iceScrum Plugin that addresses the vulnerability.
Restrict access to the Jenkins master to authorized personnel only.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly review and update security configurations on Jenkins and its plugins.
Implement encryption mechanisms for storing sensitive credentials.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches and updates provided by Jenkins project to fix the vulnerability in the iceScrum Plugin.