CVE-2022-43408 : Security Advisory and Response

A security vulnerability has been identified in Jenkins Pipeline: Stage View Plugin version 2.26 and earlier. Attackers could bypass CSRF protection by manipulating input step IDs in URLs.

Understanding CVE-2022-43408

This CVE involves the Jenkins Pipeline: Stage View Plugin, impacting versions 2.26 and earlier.

What is CVE-2022-43408?

CVE-2022-43408 relates to a vulnerability in the Jenkins Pipeline: Stage View Plugin that allows attackers to manipulate 'input' step IDs to bypass CSRF protection in Jenkins.

The Impact of CVE-2022-43408

By exploiting this vulnerability, attackers could generate URLs that sidestep CSRF protection, potentially leading to security breaches within Jenkins environments.

Technical Details of CVE-2022-43408

This section dives into the specifics of the vulnerability, including affected systems, and the exploitation mechanism.

Vulnerability Description

Jenkins Pipeline: Stage View Plugin 2.26 and earlier fail to properly encode 'input' step IDs in URLs, enabling attackers to craft URLs that evade CSRF protection.

Affected Systems and Versions

The affected product is the Jenkins Pipeline: Stage View Plugin, specifically versions 2.26 and earlier.

Exploitation Mechanism

By manipulating 'input' step IDs, attackers can construct URLs that trick Jenkins into bypassing CSRF protection mechanisms.

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2022-43408, adopt immediate security measures and establish long-term practices to enhance protection.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Jenkins Pipeline: Stage View Plugin to version 2.26 or above to mitigate the vulnerability.
Monitor and restrict access to Jenkins environments to prevent unauthorized manipulation of 'input' step IDs.

Long-Term Security Practices

Conduct regular security audits and assessments to detect and remediate potential vulnerabilities promptly.
Educate users on best practices for configuring and securing Jenkins Pipelines.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security advisories and updates from Jenkins to apply patches and enhancements promptly.