7.1
CWE
611
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2020-2178: XEE

First published: Thu Apr 16 2020(Updated: )

Jenkins Parasoft Findings Plugin 10.4.3 and earlier does not configure its XML parser to prevent XML external entity (XXE) attacks.

Credit: jenkinsci-cert@googlegroups.com jenkinsci-cert@googlegroups.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Jenkins Parasoft Findings<=10.4.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2020-2178?

    CVE-2020-2178 has a CVSS score of 5.5 which indicates a medium severity vulnerability.

  • How do I fix CVE-2020-2178?

    To fix CVE-2020-2178, you should upgrade to Jenkins Parasoft Findings Plugin version 10.4.4 or later.

  • What is the vulnerability type of CVE-2020-2178?

    CVE-2020-2178 is an XML External Entity (XXE) vulnerability that can lead to sensitive data exposure.

  • Which versions of Jenkins Parasoft Findings Plugin are affected by CVE-2020-2178?

    Jenkins Parasoft Findings Plugin versions up to and including 10.4.3 are affected by CVE-2020-2178.

  • Is CVE-2020-2178 exploitable remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2020-2178 can be exploited remotely under certain conditions, allowing attackers to access sensitive information.

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