CVE-2022-25201: Missing permission checks in Jenkins Checkmarx Plugin allow capturing credentials
Summary
CVE-2022-25201: Missing permission checks in Jenkins Checkmarx Plugin allow capturing credentials. Affects com.checkmarx.jenkins:checkmarx versions < 2022.1.3. Fixed in 2022.1.3. How to fix ↓
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Background
The Checkmarx Plugin is a component of Jenkins, an open-source automation server. It provides integration with the Checkmarx static application security testing (SAST) platform, allowing users to scan their code for potential vulnerabilities. The plugin enables developers to automate security scans as part of their build and deployment processes, helping to identify and address security issues early in the development lifecycle. However, Checkmarx Plugin versions 2022.1.2 and earlier suffer from a vulnerability that allows attackers with Overall/Read permission to capture credentials stored in Jenkins.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the Checkmarx Plugin arises from the lack of permission checks in several HTTP endpoints. This oversight enables attackers with Overall/Read permission to connect to a web server of their choice using credentials IDs obtained through another method. By exploiting this vulnerability, an attacker can capture credentials stored in Jenkins, potentially gaining unauthorized access to sensitive information or systems. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 4.2, indicating a moderate severity level.
How To Fix
Latest published version: 2025.4.1 as of 22 Oct 2026
Upgrading to it may include breaking changes; the version below is the minimum fixed release for this vulnerability.
If you need the minimum change
2022.1.3
This is the first release that contains the fix.
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Workaround
There is no known workaround for this vulnerability. It is recommended to apply the fix by upgrading to the latest version of the Checkmarx Plugin.
Conclusion
The Checkmarx Plugin vulnerability (CVE-2022-25201) exposes users to the risk of unauthorized access to credentials stored in Jenkins. To address this issue, it is crucial to upgrade to Checkmarx Plugin version 2022.1.3 or later. For further assistance with vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The vulnerability allows attackers with Overall/Read permission to capture credentials stored in Jenkins, potentially leading to unauthorized access to sensitive information or systems.
Users of Checkmarx Plugin versions 2022.1.2 and earlier are affected by this vulnerability.
There are no known exploits for this vulnerability at the time of this report.
Yes, the vulnerability has been fixed in Checkmarx Plugin version 2022.1.3 and later.
Users should upgrade to Checkmarx Plugin version 2022.1.3 or later to mitigate the vulnerability.
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