CVE-2020-2175: XSS
First published: Tue Apr 07 2020(Updated: )
Jenkins FitNesse Plugin 1.31 and earlier does not correctly escape report contents before showing them on the Jenkins UI, resulting in a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability exploitable by users able to control the XML input files processed by the plugin.
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| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| maven/org.jenkins-ci.plugins:fitnesse | <=1.31 | 1.32 |
| Fitnesse | <=1.31 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2020/04/07/3
- https://jenkins.io/security/advisory/2020-04-07/#SECURITY-1801
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2020-2175
- https://github.com/jenkinsci/fitnesse-plugin/commit/309d40212338ad6e388f61892e4386f6645438a9
- https://github.com/jenkinsci/fitnesse-plugin/commit/a49167115cc0a3dfca1c139c2c277a7c5c06074d
- https://github.com/jenkinsci/fitnesse-plugin/commit/db72cc49b5cb8a33359805a86a841851673def2d
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-f6vx-3fq6-hxm8 (Advisory)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-2175?
CVE-2020-2175 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its XSS exploitation potential.
How do I fix CVE-2020-2175?
To fix CVE-2020-2175, upgrade the Jenkins FitNesse Plugin to version 1.32 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2020-2175?
CVE-2020-2175 affects users of Jenkins FitNesse Plugin versions 1.31 and earlier.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-2175?
CVE-2020-2175 is a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
Can CVE-2020-2175 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2020-2175 can be exploited by authenticated users who can control the XML input files processed by the plugin.
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