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

Published Sep 8, 2023
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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.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Qualys Container Scanning Connector<1.6.2.7

Remediation

Information

Customers should upgrade to a minimum version of 1.6.2.7. 

Event History

Sep 8, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:42 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:42 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?

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

2

What is the affected software?

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

3

What is the severity of CVE-2023-4777?

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

4

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.

5

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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