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CVE-2019-16547

4.3 · MEDIUM

Missing permission checks in various API endpoints in Jenkins Google Compute Engine Plugin 4.1.1 and earlier allow attackers with Overall/Read permission to obtain limited information about the plu…

Published Nov 21, 2019CWE-862EPSS 0.69%

Overview

CVE-2019-16547 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on November 21, 2019 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 4.3 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 4.3, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

Missing permission checks in various API endpoints in Jenkins Google Compute Engine Plugin 4.1.1 and earlier allow attackers with Overall/Read permission to obtain limited information about the plugin configuration and environment.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2019-16547?

CVE-2019-16547 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on November 21, 2019 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 4.3 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2019-16547?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 4.3, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2019-16547?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2019-16547?

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