CVE-2023-2196: Missing permission checks in Code Dx Plugin

Published May 16, 2023
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Updated

A missing permission check in Jenkins Code Dx Plugin 3.1.0 and earlier allows attackers with Item/Read permission to check for the existence of an attacker-specified file path on an agent file system.

Other sources

Jenkins Code Dx Plugin 3.1.0 and earlier does not perform a permission check in a method implementing form validation.

This allows attackers with Item/Read permission to check for the existence of an attacker-specified file path on an agent file system.

Code Dx Plugin 4.0.0 requires Item/Configure permission for this form validation method and ensures that only files located within the workspace can be checked.

GitHub

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
maven/org.jenkins-ci.plugins:codedx<4.0.0
4.0.0
Jenkins Code Dx Jenkins<=3.1.0

Event History

May 16, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:46 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:46 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Advisory Published
06:30 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-2196?

CVE-2023-2196 has a medium severity rating due to the missing permission check allowing unauthorized file path access.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-2196?

To resolve CVE-2023-2196, upgrade the Jenkins Code Dx Plugin to version 4.0.0 or later.

3

What is the impact of CVE-2023-2196?

CVE-2023-2196 allows attackers with Item/Read permission to enumerate the file paths on an agent’s file system.

4

Which versions of Jenkins Code Dx Plugin are affected by CVE-2023-2196?

Jenkins Code Dx Plugin version 3.1.0 and earlier are affected by CVE-2023-2196.

5

Are there any workarounds for CVE-2023-2196?

There are no documented workarounds for CVE-2023-2196; updating to the latest version is recommended.

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