#VU59591 Cleartext transmission of sensitive information in Active Directory


Published: 2022-01-13

Vulnerability identifier: #VU59591

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 4.2 [CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-23105

CWE-ID: CWE-319

Exploitation vector: Local 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 access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to the affected plugin does not encrypt the transmission of data between the Jenkins controller and Active Directory servers in most configurations. A remote attacker with ability to intercept network traffic can gain access to sensitive data.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Active Directory: 1 - 2.25


External links
http://jenkins.io/security/advisory/2022-01-12/


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the local network (LAN).

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.


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