CVE-2019-10444: Jenkins Bumblebee HP ALM Plugin SSL/TLS Certificate Validation Bypass
Summary
CVE-2019-10444: Jenkins Bumblebee HP ALM Plugin unconditionally disabled SSL/TLS certificate validation. Affects org.jenkins-ci.plugins:bumblebee versions < 4.1.4. Fixed in 4.1.4. How to fix ↓
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Background
The Jenkins Bumblebee HP ALM Plugin is a Maven package that integrates Jenkins with the HP ALM service. It allows users to connect to the HP ALM service and perform various operations. The plugin is widely used in software development and testing workflows.
Vulnerability Detail
The plugin had a vulnerability that unconditionally disabled SSL/TLS certificate validation for connections to the HP ALM service. This means that any SSL/TLS certificate presented by the server would be accepted without verification, making the connection susceptible to man-in-the-middle attacks. An attacker could intercept the communication between Jenkins and the HP ALM service, potentially gaining unauthorized access to sensitive data or modifying the data exchanged between the two systems.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
4.1.4
This is the first release that contains the fix.
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Workaround
There is no specific workaround mentioned for this vulnerability. However, users can mitigate the risk by ensuring that the Jenkins server and the HP ALM service are deployed in a secure network environment and by regularly monitoring the network for any suspicious activity.
Conclusion
The Jenkins Bumblebee HP ALM Plugin had a vulnerability that allowed SSL/TLS certificate validation to be bypassed, potentially exposing sensitive data and compromising the integrity of the communication between Jenkins and the HP ALM service. Users should upgrade to the latest version of the plugin to fix the vulnerability. For further support on vulnerability remediation, contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The vulnerability allows an attacker to intercept the communication between Jenkins and the HP ALM service, potentially gaining unauthorized access to sensitive data or modifying the data exchanged between the two systems.
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Yes, the CVSS score for this vulnerability is 4.8, indicating a moderate severity.
While the updated version of the Bumblebee HP ALM Plugin reintroduces SSL/TLS certificate validation, it also provides an option to opt out of certificate validation if needed. However, it is generally recommended to keep certificate validation enabled to ensure secure communication.
There are no known public exploits for this vulnerability at the time of this advisory. However, it is important to apply the recommended fix to mitigate the risk.
References
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