CVE-2017-1000245
First published: Wed Nov 01 2017(Updated: )
The SSH Plugin stores credentials which allow jobs to access remote servers via the SSH protocol. User passwords and passphrases for encrypted SSH keys are stored in plaintext in a configuration file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Jenkins | <=2.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-1000245?
CVE-2017-1000245 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2017-1000245?
To fix CVE-2017-1000245, upgrade Jenkins SSH Plugin to a version higher than 2.4.
What does CVE-2017-1000245 affect?
CVE-2017-1000245 affects the Jenkins SSH Plugin, specifically versions up to 2.4.
What risk does CVE-2017-1000245 pose to security?
CVE-2017-1000245 poses a risk of exposing user passwords and passphrases stored in plaintext.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2017-1000245?
The only effective workaround for CVE-2017-1000245 is to secure the configuration file containing the plaintext credentials.
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