CVE-2021-21649: XSS
First published: Tue May 11 2021(Updated: )
Jenkins Dashboard View Plugin 2.15 and earlier does not escape URLs referenced in Image Dashboard Portlets, resulting in a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability exploitable by attackers with View/Configure permission.
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| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Jenkins Dashboard View | <=2.15 | |
| maven/org.jenkins-ci.plugins:dashboard-view | <2.12.1 | 2.12.1 |
| maven/org.jenkins-ci.plugins:dashboard-view | >=2.13<2.16 | 2.16 |
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Reference Links
- https://www.jenkins.io/security/advisory/2021-05-11/#SECURITY-2233
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2021-21649
- https://github.com/CVEProject/cvelist/blob/2d78eb36f4d084db7fb35f1535d8d84fdcb7d859/2021/21xxx/CVE-2021-21649.json
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-jwhm-9cjm-4493 (Advisory)
- https://github.com/jenkinsci/dashboard-view-plugin/commit/586817b081d903e47cfdd05b96b8aae1d2c2700b
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for Jenkins Dashboard View Plugin?
The vulnerability ID for Jenkins Dashboard View Plugin is CVE-2021-21649.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-21649?
The severity of CVE-2021-21649 is medium.
How does CVE-2021-21649 affect Jenkins Dashboard View Plugin?
CVE-2021-21649 affects Jenkins Dashboard View Plugin by allowing hackers with View/Configure permission to exploit a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
What is the affected version of Jenkins Dashboard View Plugin?
Jenkins Dashboard View Plugin version 2.15 and earlier are affected by CVE-2021-21649.
How can I fix CVE-2021-21649 in Jenkins Dashboard View Plugin?
To fix CVE-2021-21649 in Jenkins Dashboard View Plugin, it is recommended to update to a version higher than 2.15.
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