CVE-2020-2286: High severity jenkins role-based authorization strategy vulnerability
Jenkins Role-based Authorization Strategy Plugin 3.0 and earlier does not properly invalidate a permission cache when the configuration is changed, resulting in permissions being granted based on an outdated configuration.
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Role-based Authorization Strategy Plugin 2.12 and newer uses a cache to speed up permission lookups. Role-based Authorization Strategy Plugin 3.0 and earlier this cache is not invalidated properly when an administrator changes the permission configuration. This can result in permissions being granted long after the configuration was changed to no longer grant them. Role-based Authorization Strategy Plugin 3.1 properly invalidates the cache on configuration changes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-2286?
CVE-2020-2286 has a medium severity rating due to permission cache issues that can lead to unauthorized access.
How do I fix CVE-2020-2286?
To fix CVE-2020-2286, upgrade the Jenkins Role-based Authorization Strategy Plugin to version 3.1 or later.
What versions of the Role-based Authorization Strategy Plugin are affected by CVE-2020-2286?
Versions 3.0 and earlier of the Jenkins Role-based Authorization Strategy Plugin are affected by CVE-2020-2286.
What are the potential consequences of CVE-2020-2286?
The potential consequences of CVE-2020-2286 include unauthorized permissions being granted due to outdated configuration caching.
Is the Role-based Authorization Strategy Plugin essential for Jenkins?
Yes, the Role-based Authorization Strategy Plugin is essential for managing user permissions effectively in Jenkins.