Vulnerability identifier: #VU79886

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 3.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-40338

CWE-ID: CWE-22

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Folders
Web applications / Modules and components for CMS

Vendor: Jenkins

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to perform directory traversal attacks.

The vulnerability exists due to the affected plugin displays an error message that includes an absolute path of a log file when attempting to access the Scan Organization Folder Log if no logs are available. A remote user can send a specially crafted HTTP request and read arbitrary files on the system.

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Folders: 6.846.v23698686f0f6

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External links
http://jenkins.io/security/advisory/2023-08-16/

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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.