#VU66742 Insufficiently protected credentials in Git plugin - CVE-2022-38663

Vulnerability identifier: #VU66742

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 1.3 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:L/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-38663

CWE-ID: CWE-522

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Git plugin
Web applications / Modules and components for CMS

Vendor: Jenkins

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to the affected plugin does not properly mask credentials in the build log provided by the Git Username and Password credentials binding. A remote user can gain access to sensitive information on the system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Git plugin: 0.1 - 4.11.4

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External links
https://www.jenkins.io/security/advisory/2022-08-23/#SECURITY-2796
https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2022/08/23/2

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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