CVE-2019-12157

In JetBrains UpSource versions before 2018.2 build 1293, there is credential disclosure via RPC commands

published October 2, 2019

CVSS
—
EPSS
2%
Percentile
78.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ Credential disclosure is lurking in JetBrains UpSource before version 2018.2 build 1293! This sneaky flaw allows sensitive information to slip away through RPC commands. 🔍 Think of it like a waiter who accidentally reads the confidential orders out loud to anyone at the table — your sensitive credentials could be exposed just by the wrong command being issued. 🍽️ If an attacker discovers this vulnerability, they could access sensitive credentials that should remain confidential. This means they could gain unauthorized insights into your projects or development process, which could have serious implications for your team's security.

Put simply

Think of it like a waiter who accidentally reads the confidential orders out loud to anyone at the table — your sensitive credentials could be exposed just by the wrong command being issued. 🍽️ This vulnerability allows unauthorized access to sensitive credentials through Remote Procedure Call (RPC) commands in JetBrains UpSource, which are meant to be secure operations. If exploited, it could lead to information leakage without proper authentication checks.

What to do

If an attacker discovers this vulnerability, they could access sensitive credentials that should remain confidential. This means they could gain unauthorized insights into your projects or development process, which could have serious implications for your team's security. To secure your environment, upgrade to JetBrains UpSource version 2018.2 build 1293 or later. Regularly review your RPC configurations and ensure that only trusted commands are executed. Implement additional monitoring for unauthorized access attempts. You’ve got this! Patch your UpSource installation and keep those credentials locked down tight! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01818 · 78.6th percentile
Published
2019-10-02T18:51Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 02 OCT 18:51Z
    In JetBrains UpSource versions before 2018.2 build 1293, there is credential disclosure via RPC commands
    cvelistv5