Vulnerability identifier: #VU48224
Vulnerability risk: Medium
CVSSv3.1: 6.4 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-284
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Active Directory
Web applications /
Modules and components for CMS
Vendor: Jenkins
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.
The vulnerability exists due to the Windows/ADSI mode does not specifically prohibit use of empty passwords. A remote attacker can log in to Jenkins as any user by providing an empty password.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Active Directory: 1 - 2.19
External links
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2020/11/04/6
http://www.jenkins.io/security/advisory/2020-11-04/#SECURITY-2099
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.