CVE-2021-21635: XSS

Published Mar 30, 2021
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Updated

Jenkins REST List Parameter Plugin 1.3.0 and earlier does not escape a parameter name reference in embedded JavaScript, resulting in a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability exploitable by attackers with Job/Configure permission.

Other sources

Jenkins REST List Parameter Plugin 1.3.0 and earlier does not escape a parameter name reference in embedded JavaScript.

This results in a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability exploitable by attackers with Job/Configure permission.

Jenkins REST List Parameter Plugin 1.3.1 no longer identifies a parameter using user-specified content.

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
Jenkins Rest List Parameter Jenkins<=1.3.0
maven/io.jenkins.plugins:rest-list-parameter<=1.3.0
1.3.1

Event History

Mar 30, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:10 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:10 AM
Description
May 24, 2022
Advisory Published
05:45 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-21635?

CVE-2021-21635 has been categorized as a medium severity Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2021-21635?

To fix CVE-2021-21635, upgrade the Jenkins REST List Parameter Plugin to version 1.3.1 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2021-21635?

Users with Job/Configure permissions in Jenkins are affected by CVE-2021-21635.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-21635?

CVE-2021-21635 is a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.

5

What products are affected by CVE-2021-21635?

CVE-2021-21635 affects Jenkins REST List Parameter Plugin versions up to and including 1.3.0.

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