CVE-2016-3725
First published: Thu May 12 2016(Updated: )
Jenkins before 2.3 and LTS before 1.651.2 allows remote authenticated users to trigger updating of update site metadata by leveraging a missing permissions check. NOTE: this issue can be combined with DNS cache poisoning to cause a denial of service (service disruption).
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| redhat/Jenkins | <2.3 | 2.3 |
| redhat/Jenkins | <1.651.2 | 1.651.2 |
| Jenkins LTS | <=1.651.1 | |
| Jenkins LTS | <=2.2 | |
| Red Hat OpenShift | =3.1 | |
| Red Hat OpenShift | =3.2 |
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Reference Links
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016-1773.html
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016:1206
- https://wiki.jenkins-ci.org/display/SECURITY/Jenkins+Security+Advisory+2016-05-11
- https://www.cloudbees.com/jenkins-security-advisory-2016-05-11
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1335427
- https://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016-1773.html
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1335420
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-3725?
CVE-2016-3725 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability that allows remote authenticated users to disrupt service.
How do I fix CVE-2016-3725?
To fix CVE-2016-3725, upgrade Jenkins to version 2.3 or later, or to LTS version 1.651.2 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2016-3725?
CVE-2016-3725 affects Jenkins versions before 2.3 and LTS versions before 1.651.2.
Can CVE-2016-3725 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-3725 can be exploited remotely by authenticated users to update update site metadata.
What are the potential consequences of CVE-2016-3725?
Exploitation of CVE-2016-3725 can lead to service disruption when combined with DNS cache poisoning.
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