CVE-2023-24443

Jenkins TestComplete support Plugin 2.8.1 and earlier does not configure its XML parser to prevent XML external entity (XXE) attacks

Critical · published January 24, 2023

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
68.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A sneaky XML external entity (XXE) vulnerability in Jenkins TestComplete support Plugin 2.8.1 leaves data vulnerable! 🔥 Think of this like a hotel with a concierge who mistakenly opens up all the guest rooms to anyone who asks. Without proper checks, that welcoming attitude could expose sensitive documents and personal information without any resistance! This vulnerability could allow an attacker to access sensitive data stored on the server, essentially giving them VIP access to everything—from confidential files to the inner workings of your Jenkins environment. The potential fallout is absolutely devastating, with risks ranging from data leakage to unauthorized server access.

Put simply

Think of this like a hotel with a concierge who mistakenly opens up all the guest rooms to anyone who asks. Without proper checks, that welcoming attitude could expose sensitive documents and personal information without any resistance! The Jenkins TestComplete support Plugin has an XML parser misconfiguration that enables XXE attacks, allowing external entities to be processed, which could lead to data exposure from the server.

What to do

This vulnerability could allow an attacker to access sensitive data stored on the server, essentially giving them VIP access to everything—from confidential files to the inner workings of your Jenkins environment. The potential fallout is absolutely devastating, with risks ranging from data leakage to unauthorized server access. To protect your system, immediately update the Jenkins TestComplete support Plugin to version 2.8.2 or later. Additionally, review your XML parser settings to ensure external entity processing is disabled. Regularly audit your plugins to avoid similar issues in the future. You’ve got this! With these updates, you’ll be locking down your system like a security pro in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01215 · 68.3th percentile
Published
2023-01-24T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 24 JAN 00:00Z
    Jenkins TestComplete support Plugin 2.8.1 and earlier does not configure its XML parser to prevent XML external entity (XXE) attacks
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