CVE-2020-2202 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2020-2202, a vulnerability in Jenkins Fortify on Demand Plugin allowing unauthorized access to credentials stored in Jenkins. Find mitigation steps here.
A missing permission check in Jenkins Fortify on Demand Plugin 6.0.0 and earlier allowed users to enumerate credentials ID stored in Jenkins.
Understanding CVE-2020-2202
This CVE involves a vulnerability in the Jenkins Fortify on Demand Plugin that could be exploited by users with Overall/Read access.
What is CVE-2020-2202?
The vulnerability in the Jenkins Fortify on Demand Plugin version 6.0.0 and earlier allowed unauthorized users to access credentials ID stored in Jenkins due to a missing permission check.
The Impact of CVE-2020-2202
The vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information stored in Jenkins, potentially compromising the security and confidentiality of credentials.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-2202
This section provides more technical insights into the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
A missing permission check in the Jenkins Fortify on Demand Plugin 6.0.0 and earlier in form-related methods allowed users with Overall/Read access to enumerate credentials ID of credentials stored in Jenkins.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Jenkins Fortify on Demand Plugin
- Vendor: Jenkins project
- Versions Affected: <= 6.0.0 (unspecified/custom version)
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability could be exploited by users with Overall/Read access to Jenkins, enabling them to enumerate credentials ID.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2020-2202 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Upgrade Jenkins Fortify on Demand Plugin to a version beyond 6.0.0 to mitigate the vulnerability.
- Restrict access permissions to sensitive information in Jenkins to authorized users only.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly review and update access control policies in Jenkins to prevent unauthorized access.
- Conduct security audits and penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities proactively.
Patching and Updates
- Stay informed about security advisories and updates from Jenkins to apply patches promptly and enhance system security.