CVE-2017-1000386
Description
Jenkins Active Choices plugin ≤1.5.3 allows stored XSS via arbitrary HTML in Reactive Reference Parameter, fixed by sanitizing sandboxed scripts.
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Jenkins Active Choices plugin ≤1.5.3 allows stored XSS via arbitrary HTML in Reactive Reference Parameter, fixed by sanitizing sandboxed scripts.
Vulnerability
The Jenkins Active Choices plugin version 1.5.3 and earlier contains a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability. Users with the Job/Configure permission can provide arbitrary HTML, including JavaScript, through the 'Active Choices Reactive Reference Parameter' type. This HTML is then displayed on the 'Build With Parameters' page without proper sanitization [1][2].
Exploitation
An attacker must have the Job/Configure permission for a Jenkins job. They can craft a parameter that outputs malicious HTML or JavaScript. When any user (including those with higher privileges) accesses the 'Build With Parameters' page for that job, the injected script executes in the context of the Jenkins UI [2].
Impact
Successful exploitation results in stored XSS, allowing the attacker to execute arbitrary JavaScript in the victim's browser. This can lead to session hijacking, credential theft, or performing actions on behalf of the victim within Jenkins [1][2].
Mitigation
The vulnerability is fixed in Active Choices plugin version 1.5.4, released on 2017-10-23. The fix sanitizes HTML output when the script runs in the sandbox. For unsandboxed scripts, administrators must approve the output via the In-Process Script Approval mechanism. Users should upgrade to 1.5.4 or later [2].
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Affected packages
Versions sourced from the GitHub Security Advisory.
| Package | Affected versions | Patched versions |
|---|---|---|
org.biouno:uno-choiceMaven | < 2.0 | 2.0 |
Affected products
1Patches
0No patches discovered yet.
Vulnerability mechanics
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References
5- github.com/advisories/GHSA-c2hw-w9qm-q5r9ghsaADVISORY
- nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2017-1000386ghsaADVISORY
- www.securityfocus.com/bid/101538ghsavdb-entryx_refsource_BIDWEB
- jenkins.io/security/advisory/2017-10-23ghsaWEB
- jenkins.io/security/advisory/2017-10-23/mitrex_refsource_CONFIRM
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