CVE-2020-2288: Incorrect default pattern in Jenkins Audit Trail Plugin
Summary
CVE-2020-2288: Incorrect default pattern in Jenkins Audit Trail Plugin. Affects org.jenkins-ci.plugins:audit-trail versions < 3.7. Fixed in 3.7. How to fix ↓
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Background
The Jenkins Audit Trail Plugin is a tool used for logging and tracking requests made to a Jenkins server. It utilizes regular expressions to match requested URLs for logging purposes. The plugin is commonly used in Jenkins environments to monitor and audit user activity.
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2020-2288 affects versions 3.6 and earlier of the Audit Trail Plugin. These versions have an incorrect default regular expression pattern that can be bypassed by appending a suffix to the URL. This bypass allows certain requests to go unnoticed and unlogged, potentially compromising the integrity of the audit trail.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability arises from the incorrect default regular expression pattern used by the Audit Trail Plugin. By adding a suffix to the URL, an attacker can bypass the default pattern and avoid having their requests logged. This can be exploited to perform unauthorized actions without leaving a trace in the audit trail. The impact of this vulnerability can range from unauthorized access to data manipulation or system compromise.
The vulnerability has been assigned a CVSS score of 5.3, indicating a moderate severity level.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
3.7
This is the first release that contains the fix.
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Workaround
There is no specific workaround provided for this vulnerability. It is advised to upgrade to the latest version of the Audit Trail Plugin as mentioned in the 'how_to_fix' section.
Conclusion
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2020-2288 in the Jenkins Audit Trail Plugin can be mitigated by upgrading to version 3.7 or later. This upgrade ensures that the incorrect default pattern is fixed, preventing the bypass and maintaining the integrity of the audit trail. For further support and assistance in vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The Jenkins Audit Trail Plugin is a tool used for logging and tracking requests made to a Jenkins server. It helps in monitoring user activity and maintaining an audit trail of actions performed within the Jenkins environment.
Versions 3.6 and earlier of the Audit Trail Plugin are affected by this vulnerability. It is recommended to upgrade to version 3.7 or later to mitigate the issue.
The vulnerability allows an attacker to bypass the default regular expression pattern and perform unauthorized actions without leaving a trace in the audit trail. This can lead to unauthorized access, data manipulation, or compromise of the Jenkins system.
To fix this vulnerability, upgrade to version 3.7 or later of the Audit Trail Plugin. This version includes a new default regular expression pattern that prevents the bypass.
No specific workaround is provided for this vulnerability. It is recommended to upgrade to the latest version of the Audit Trail Plugin.
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