CVE-2012-4438: Input Validation
First published: Mon Nov 18 2019(Updated: )
Jenkins main before 1.482 and LTS before 1.466.2 allows remote attackers with read access and HTTP access to Jenkins master to insert data and execute arbitrary code.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| debian/jenkins | ||
| Jenkins LTS | <1.466.2 | |
| Jenkins LTS | <1.482 | |
| maven/org.jenkins-ci.main:jenkins-core | >=1.467<1.482 | 1.482 |
| maven/org.jenkins-ci.main:jenkins-core | <1.466.2 | 1.466.2 |
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Reference Links
- http://web.archive.org/web/20130606043312/http://web.archive.org/web/20130606043312/http://web.archive.org/web/20130606043312/http://web.archive.org/web/20130606043312/
- http://www.cloudbees.com/jenkins-advisory/jenkins-security-advisory-2012-09-17.cb
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2012-4438
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/09/21/2
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=CVE-2012-4438
- https://www.cloudbees.com/jenkins-security-advisory-2012-09-17
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2012-4438
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-wr6p-j63r-xqhv (Advisory)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-4438?
CVE-2012-4438 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to the ability of remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on the Jenkins master.
How do I fix CVE-2012-4438?
To fix CVE-2012-4438, update Jenkins to version 1.482 or later, or to the LTS version 1.466.2 or later.
What versions of Jenkins are affected by CVE-2012-4438?
CVE-2012-4438 affects all Jenkins versions before 1.482 and LTS versions before 1.466.2.
Can CVE-2012-4438 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2012-4438 can be exploited remotely by attackers with read and HTTP access to the Jenkins master.
Is authentication insufficient in CVE-2012-4438?
Yes, CVE-2012-4438 demonstrates insufficient authentication since it allows attackers with basic access to manipulate Jenkins.
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