CVE-2025-53665: Jenkins Apica Loadtest Plugin Exposes Unencrypted Authentication Tokens
Summary
CVE-2025-53665: Jenkins Apica Loadtest Plugin vulnerability exposes authentication tokens. Affects com.apica:ApicaLoadtest versions < 1.10. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The Jenkins Apica Loadtest Plugin is designed to facilitate performance testing by integrating with Apica's Loadtest service. This plugin allows users to configure and execute load tests directly from their Jenkins environment. However, it has been found to store sensitive authentication tokens in an unencrypted format within the job configuration files, making it susceptible to unauthorized access.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability arises from the way the Jenkins Apica Loadtest Plugin handles authentication tokens. Specifically, versions 1.10 and earlier store these tokens unencrypted in the job config.xml files on the Jenkins controller. This means that any user with Item/Extended Read permission or access to the Jenkins file system can view these tokens. Additionally, the job configuration form does not mask these tokens, further increasing the risk of exposure. The potential ramifications include unauthorized access to the Apica Loadtest service, which could lead to data breaches or misuse of the service.
How To Fix
No fixed version is published for this vulnerability.
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Workaround
Currently, there are no specific workarounds provided for this vulnerability. However, it is recommended to restrict access to the Jenkins controller file system and limit user permissions to mitigate the risk of unauthorized access to sensitive information.
Conclusion
The Jenkins Apica Loadtest Plugin vulnerability (CVE-2025-53665) poses a significant risk by exposing unencrypted authentication tokens. Users are urged to monitor for updates and restrict access to mitigate potential threats until a fix is available.
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FAQ
CVE-2025-53665 is a vulnerability in the Jenkins Apica Loadtest Plugin that exposes unencrypted authentication tokens in job configuration files.
Versions 1.10 and earlier of the Jenkins Apica Loadtest Plugin are affected by this vulnerability.
The risks include unauthorized access to the Apica Loadtest service, which could lead to data breaches or misuse of the service.
As of now, there is no patch available. Users should monitor the plugin repository for updates.
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