CVE-2022-29042: XSS

Published Apr 12, 2022
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Updated

Jenkins Job Generator Plugin 1.22 and earlier does not escape the name and description of Generator Parameter and Generator Choice parameters on Job Generator jobs' Build With Parameters views, resulting in a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability exploitable by attackers with Item/Configure permission.

Affected Software

2 affected components
maven/org.jenkins-ci.plugins:jobgenerator<=1.22
Jenkins Job Generator Jenkins<=1.22

Event History

Apr 12, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:50 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:50 PM
Description
Apr 13, 2022
Advisory Published
12:00 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2022-29042?

CVE-2022-29042 is a medium-severity vulnerability due to its potential for stored cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2022-29042?

To fix CVE-2022-29042, upgrade the Jenkins Job Generator Plugin to version 1.23 or later.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2022-29042?

CVE-2022-29042 affects Jenkins Job Generator Plugin versions up to and including 1.22.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-29042?

CVE-2022-29042 is a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.

5

Who can exploit CVE-2022-29042?

CVE-2022-29042 can be exploited by attackers with Item/Configure permissions on the affected Jenkins jobs.

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