CVE-2018-1000418 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2018-1000418, an improper authorization vulnerability in Jenkins HipChat Plugin 2.2.0 and earlier, allowing unauthorized users to access credentials in Jenkins. Find mitigation steps and prevention measures here.
The Jenkins HipChat Plugin version 2.2.0 and older contain a vulnerability that allows unauthorized users to send test notifications to a specific HipChat server and access credentials stored in Jenkins.
Understanding CVE-2018-1000418
What is CVE-2018-1000418?
An improper authorization vulnerability in Jenkins HipChat Plugin 2.2.0 and earlier allows attackers with Overall/Read access to exploit the HipChatNotifier.java file.
The Impact of CVE-2018-1000418
The vulnerability enables unauthorized users to send test notifications to a specified HipChat server and access credentials IDs, potentially compromising sensitive information stored in Jenkins.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-1000418
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability in the HipChatNotifier.java file allows attackers with Overall/Read access to send test notifications to a specific HipChat server with attacker-specified credentials IDs.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Jenkins HipChat Plugin
- Versions affected: 2.2.0 and older
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers exploit the vulnerability by providing their own credentials IDs obtained through a different method, gaining unauthorized access to stored credentials in Jenkins.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update Jenkins HipChat Plugin to the latest version.
- Restrict access permissions to prevent unauthorized users from exploiting the vulnerability.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly monitor and audit access controls in Jenkins.
- Implement multi-factor authentication for enhanced security.
Patching and Updates
Apply security patches and updates promptly to address known vulnerabilities and enhance system security.