CVE-2018-1999042
First published: Thu Aug 23 2018(Updated: )
A vulnerability exists in Jenkins 2.137 and earlier, 2.121.2 and earlier in XStream2.java that allows attackers to have Jenkins resolve a domain name when deserializing an instance of java.net.URL.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| maven/org.jenkins-ci.main:jenkins-core | >=2.122<2.138 | 2.138 |
| maven/org.jenkins-ci.main:jenkins-core | <2.121.3 | 2.121.3 |
| Jenkins LTS | <=2.121.2 | |
| Jenkins LTS | <=2.137 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-1999042?
CVE-2018-1999042 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2018-1999042?
To fix CVE-2018-1999042, upgrade to Jenkins version 2.138 or 2.121.3.
What causes CVE-2018-1999042?
CVE-2018-1999042 is caused by the vulnerability in XStream2.java which allows domain name resolution during deserialization.
Which versions of Jenkins are affected by CVE-2018-1999042?
Jenkins versions 2.137 and earlier, as well as 2.121.2 and earlier, are affected by CVE-2018-1999042.
Is CVE-2018-1999042 only a threat if I'm using a specific plugin?
CVE-2018-1999042 is not limited to a specific plugin and affects the core Jenkins functionality.
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