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CVE-2021-21701: Jenkins Performance XML External Entity Processing Information Disclosure Vulnerability

First published: Fri Nov 12 2021(Updated: )

Jenkins Performance Plugin 3.20 and earlier does not configure its XML parser to prevent XML external entity (XXE) attacks.

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

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Jenkins Performance<=3.20
maven/org.jenkins-ci.plugins:performance<=3.20

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2021-21701?

    CVE-2021-21701 is a vulnerability in Jenkins Performance that allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information.

  • How does CVE-2021-21701 work?

    The vulnerability exists within the TaurusParser class in Jenkins Performance, allowing improper XXE processing.

  • Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2021-21701?

    Yes, authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2021-21701?

    CVE-2021-21701 has a severity rating of 6.5 (medium).

  • How can I fix CVE-2021-21701?

    To fix CVE-2021-21701, update Jenkins Performance to version 3.21 or later.

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