CVE-2022-20615: XSS

Published Jan 12, 2022
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Updated

Jenkins Matrix Project Plugin 1.19 and earlier does not escape HTML metacharacters in node and label names, and label descriptions, resulting in a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability exploitable by attackers with Agent/Configure permission.

Other sources

Jenkins Matrix Project Plugin prior to 1.20 and 1.18.1 does not escape HTML metacharacters in node and label names, and label descriptions.

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

Matrix Project Plugin 1.20 and 1.18.1 escapes HTML metacharacters in node and label names, and label descriptions.

Affected Software

4 affected componentsFixes available
maven/org.jenkins-ci.plugins:matrix-project<1.18.1
1.18.1
maven/org.jenkins-ci.plugins:matrix-project=1.19
1.20
Jenkins Matrix Project Jenkins<=1.19
Oracle Communications Cloud Native Core Automated Test Suite=1.9.0

Event History

Jan 12, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:05 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:05 PM
Description
Jan 13, 2022
Advisory Published
12:01 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-20615?

CVE-2022-20615 is a vulnerability in Jenkins Matrix Project Plugin versions 1.19 and earlier that allows for stored cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.

2

How severe is CVE-2022-20615?

CVE-2022-20615 has a severity rating of 5.4 (medium).

3

How does CVE-2022-20615 affect Jenkins Matrix Project Plugin?

CVE-2022-20615 affects Jenkins Matrix Project Plugin versions 1.19 and earlier, allowing for stored cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.

4

How can I fix CVE-2022-20615?

To fix CVE-2022-20615, upgrade Jenkins Matrix Project Plugin to version 1.20 or later.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-20615?

You can find more information about CVE-2022-20615 at the following references: [Link 1](http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2022/01/12/6), [Link 2](https://www.jenkins.io/security/advisory/2022-01-12/#SECURITY-2017), [Link 3](https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpuapr2022.html).

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