High · published October 29, 2025
⚡ An XML parser is wide open for exploitation! The Jenkins JDepend Plugin (1.3.1 and earlier) leaves the door ajar for XML external entity (XXE) attacks, allowing attackers to sneak in and potentially extract sensitive data. 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant kitchen that lets any delivery person walk in and access the entire pantry without verification — they could easily grab anything they want without anyone noticing! If exploited, an attacker could manipulate the vulnerable XML parser to read sensitive files on the server, potentially revealing confidential data. This could lead to catastrophic data breaches and compromise the integrity of your system. We definitely want to avoid that chaos!
Think of it like a restaurant kitchen that lets any delivery person walk in and access the entire pantry without verification — they could easily grab anything they want without anyone noticing! This vulnerability arises because the JDepend Maven Plugin does not properly configure its XML parser to disable external entity processing, allowing an attacker to craft malicious XML input to access unauthorized data.
If exploited, an attacker could manipulate the vulnerable XML parser to read sensitive files on the server, potentially revealing confidential data. This could lead to catastrophic data breaches and compromise the integrity of your system. We definitely want to avoid that chaos! Upgrade the JDepend Plugin to version 1.3.2 or later to eliminate this vulnerability. Additionally, ensure that your XML parsing configurations are correctly set to prevent external entities from being processed. Regularly audit your plugins and keep them updated! You've got this! With these steps, you’ll be one step closer to securing your Jenkins environment! 🛡️
| Product | Versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| jenkins/jdepend | ≤ 1.3.1 | — |