CWE
732
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2023-4777: Incorrect Permission Assignment on Qualys Container Scanning Connector Plugin 1.6.2.6 and earlier

First published: Fri Sep 08 2023(Updated: )

An incorrect permission check in Qualys Container Scanning Connector Plugin 1.6.2.6 and earlier allows attackers with global Item/Configure permission (while lacking Item/Configure permission on any particular job) to enumerate credentials IDs of credentials stored in Jenkins and to connect to an attacker-specified URL using attacker-specified credentials IDs, capturing credentials stored in Jenkins. 

Credit: bugreport@qualys.com bugreport@qualys.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Qualys Container Scanning Connector<1.6.2.7
<1.6.2.7

Remedy

Customers should upgrade to a minimum version of 1.6.2.7. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?

    The vulnerability ID for this vulnerability is CVE-2023-4777.

  • What is the affected software?

    The affected software is Qualys Container Scanning Connector Plugin 1.6.2.6 and earlier.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2023-4777?

    The severity of CVE-2023-4777 is medium with a CVSS score of 4.3.

  • How can an attacker exploit CVE-2023-4777?

    An attacker with global Item/Configure permission (while lacking Item/Configure permission on any particular job) can exploit CVE-2023-4777 to enumerate credentials IDs and connect to an affected system.

  • Is there a fix available for CVE-2023-4777?

    Yes, a fix is available for CVE-2023-4777. It is recommended to update Qualys Container Scanning Connector Plugin to version 1.6.2.7 or later.

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