CVE-2019-10308 : Security Advisory and Response

A missing permission check in Jenkins Static Analysis Utilities Plugin 1.95 and earlier allowed attackers with Overall/Read permission to modify default graph configurations for all users.

Understanding CVE-2019-10308

An overview of the security vulnerability in Jenkins Static Analysis Utilities Plugin.

What is CVE-2019-10308?

This CVE describes a vulnerability in versions 1.95 and earlier of the Jenkins Static Analysis Utilities Plugin that enabled users with specific permissions to alter default graph configurations.

The Impact of CVE-2019-10308

The vulnerability allowed attackers with Overall/Read permission to change per-job default graph configurations for all users, potentially leading to unauthorized modifications.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-10308

Insight into the technical aspects of the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The absence of a permission check in the DefaultGraphConfigurationView#doSave form handler method allowed unauthorized users to modify default graph configurations.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Jenkins Static Analysis Utilities Plugin
Vendor: Jenkins project
Versions Affected: 1.95 and earlier

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers with Overall/Read permission could exploit the vulnerability to change default graph configurations for all users.

Mitigation and Prevention

Measures to address and prevent the CVE.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Jenkins Static Analysis Utilities Plugin to a version that includes a fix for the vulnerability.
Restrict Overall/Read permissions to minimize the risk of unauthorized modifications.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly review and adjust permissions to ensure least privilege access.
Monitor and audit configuration changes to detect unauthorized modifications.

Patching and Updates

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