CVE-2020-2319 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

Jenkins VMware Lab Manager Slaves Plugin 0.2.8 and earlier versions store passwords unencrypted, posing a security risk.

Understanding CVE-2020-2319

What is CVE-2020-2319?

This CVE refers to a vulnerability in Jenkins VMware Lab Manager Slaves Plugin versions 0.2.8 and earlier, where passwords are stored in an unencrypted format in the global config.xml file.

The Impact of CVE-2020-2319

This vulnerability allows users with access to the Jenkins controller file system to view sensitive passwords, potentially leading to unauthorized access and security breaches.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-2319

Vulnerability Description

The issue arises from the insecure storage of credentials, categorized under CWE-256: Unprotected Storage of Credentials.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Jenkins VMware Lab Manager Slaves Plugin
Vendor: Jenkins project
Versions Affected:
0.2.8 and earlier (<= 0.2.8)
Next of 0.2.8 (version unspecified)

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability allows unauthorized users with access to the Jenkins controller file system to easily retrieve stored passwords.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Upgrade Jenkins VMware Lab Manager Slaves Plugin to a secure version.
Avoid storing sensitive information in unencrypted files.
Restrict access to the Jenkins controller file system.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement secure password management policies.
Regularly review and update security configurations.

Patching and Updates

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