CVE-2020-2130 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2020-2130 affecting Jenkins Harvest SCM Plugin versions 0.5.1 and earlier. Discover the impact, mitigation steps, and prevention measures for this security vulnerability.
Jenkins Harvest SCM Plugin 0.5.1 and earlier versions store a password unencrypted in the global configuration file, potentially exposing it to unauthorized users.
Understanding CVE-2020-2130
Jenkins Harvest SCM Plugin vulnerability impacting versions 0.5.1 and earlier.
What is CVE-2020-2130?
Jenkins Harvest SCM Plugin 0.5.1 and prior versions insecurely store passwords in the Jenkins master configuration file, allowing unauthorized access.
The Impact of CVE-2020-2130
The vulnerability exposes sensitive passwords to users with access to the Jenkins master file system, posing a security risk.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-2130
Details of the vulnerability affecting Jenkins Harvest SCM Plugin.
Vulnerability Description
- CWE-256: Unprotected Storage of Credentials
- Password stored in the global configuration file unencrypted
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Jenkins Harvest SCM Plugin
- Vendor: Jenkins project
- Versions affected: <= 0.5.1, next of 0.5.1
Exploitation Mechanism
- Unauthorized users with access to the Jenkins master file system can view stored passwords.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protective measures to address CVE-2020-2130.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Upgrade Jenkins Harvest SCM Plugin to a secure version
- Avoid storing sensitive information in unencrypted files
Long-Term Security Practices
- Implement secure password management practices
- Regularly review and update security configurations
Patching and Updates
- Apply patches and updates provided by Jenkins project to address the vulnerability