CVE-2020-2262: Stored XSS vulnerability in android-lint Plugin
Summary
CVE-2020-2262: Stored XSS vulnerability in android-lint Plugin. Affects org.jvnet.hudson.plugins:android-lint versions < 2.6. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The android-lint plugin is a Maven package that is used in Jenkins to perform static analysis of Android projects. It provides a set of rules to detect potential issues in Android code. The plugin integrates with the Jenkins build process and generates reports based on the analysis. However, versions 2.6 and earlier of the plugin are vulnerable to a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) attack.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the android-lint plugin arises from the lack of proper escaping of the annotation message in tooltips. This allows an attacker who can provide report files to the plugin's post-build step to inject malicious code that will be executed when the tooltip is displayed. The impact of this vulnerability is that an attacker can execute arbitrary JavaScript code in the context of the user's browser, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data theft, or other malicious activities.
How To Fix
No fixed version is published for this vulnerability.
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Workaround
There is no known workaround for this vulnerability. It is recommended to apply the fix provided by the plugin maintainers.
Conclusion
The android-lint plugin versions 2.6 and earlier are vulnerable to a stored XSS attack. This allows an attacker to execute arbitrary JavaScript code in the user's browser, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data theft, or other malicious activities. To mitigate this risk, it is recommended to upgrade to the latest version of the plugin (2.7) and keep all software components up to date. For further support on vulnerability remediation, you can contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The vulnerability allows an attacker to execute arbitrary JavaScript code in the context of the user's browser, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data theft, or other malicious activities.
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Yes, the latest version of the android-lint plugin (2.7) includes a fix for this vulnerability. It is recommended to update your Jenkins installation and ensure that the updated plugin is installed.
There are no known workarounds for this vulnerability. It is recommended to apply the fix provided by the plugin maintainers.
To keep your software secure from known vulnerabilities, it is important to regularly update all software components, including plugins, to the latest versions. Additionally, you can use tools like Vulert to monitor and alert you in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities in your software.
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