CVE-2016-4986: Path Traversal
First published: Thu Feb 09 2017(Updated: )
Directory traversal vulnerability in the TAP plugin before 1.25 in Jenkins allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via an unspecified parameter.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| maven/org.tap4j:tap | <1.25 | 1.25 |
| Jenkins | <1.25 | |
| <1.25 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-4986?
CVE-2016-4986 has been classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote attackers to read arbitrary files.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4986?
To fix CVE-2016-4986, update the TAP plugin to version 1.25 or later.
What does CVE-2016-4986 allow attackers to do?
CVE-2016-4986 allows attackers to exploit a directory traversal vulnerability to read arbitrary files on the Jenkins server.
Which versions of the TAP plugin are affected by CVE-2016-4986?
Versions of the TAP plugin before 1.25 are affected by CVE-2016-4986.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2016-4986?
There are no documented workarounds for CVE-2016-4986 other than updating the TAP plugin.
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