CVE-2018-1999001

jenkins: Remote unauthenticated users can move config.xml allowing administrator access to anonymous users

Published Jul 23, 2018 CVSS 3.1 · 8.8 High EPSS 18.1% KEV · Not listed
Description
A unauthorized modification of configuration vulnerability exists in Jenkins 2.132 and earlier, 2.121.1 and earlier in User.java that allows attackers to provide crafted login credentials that cause Jenkins to move the config.xml file from the Jenkins home directory. If Jenkins is started without this file present, it will revert to the legacy defaults of granting administrator access to anonymous users.

Remediation

No solution or workaround provided in the CVE record

Tracking

Sign in to view the affected projects.

Advisories

Source ID Title
Github GHSA Github GHSA GHSA-j8qv-mj4r-6fw4 Improper Input Validation in Jenkins
History

No history.

Weaknesses

Sources

Status
PUBLISHED
Assigner
mitre
Published
Updated
Aug 5, 2024, 12:47 PM
Reserved
Jul 18, 2018, 12:00 AM
Status
Modified
Published
Jul 23, 2018, 7:29 PM
Modified
Jun 17, 2026, 1:48 AM
Severity
Important
Public date
Jul 18, 2018, 12:00 AM