CVE-2018-1999043
First published: Thu Aug 23 2018(Updated: )
A denial of service vulnerability exists in Jenkins 2.137 and earlier, 2.121.2 and earlier in BasicAuthenticationFilter.java, BasicHeaderApiTokenAuthenticator.java that allows attackers to create ephemeral in-memory user records by attempting to log in using invalid credentials.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Jenkins LTS | <=2.121.2 | |
| Jenkins LTS | <=2.137 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-1999043?
CVE-2018-1999043 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2018-1999043?
To mitigate CVE-2018-1999043, upgrade Jenkins to version 2.138 or later.
What versions of Jenkins are affected by CVE-2018-1999043?
CVE-2018-1999043 affects Jenkins versions 2.137 and earlier, and 2.121.2 and earlier.
What impact does CVE-2018-1999043 have on Jenkins users?
CVE-2018-1999043 allows attackers to create ephemeral in-memory user records, potentially leading to denial of service.
Can CVE-2018-1999043 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2018-1999043 can be exploited remotely by sending numerous invalid login attempts.
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