CVE-2018-1000608
CVE-2018-1000608 is a high-severity vulnerability in Jenkins Z/os Connector with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-522.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.2)
- CVSS v2: 4.0
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (59th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-522
- Affected product: Jenkins Z/os Connector
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
A exposure of sensitive information vulnerability exists in Jenkins z/OS Connector Plugin 1.2.6.1 and earlier in SCLMSCM.java that allows an attacker with local file system access or control of a Jenkins administrator's web browser (e.g. malicious extension) to retrieve the configured password.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2018-1000608?
- A exposure of sensitive information vulnerability exists in Jenkins z/OS Connector Plugin 1.2.6.1 and earlier in SCLMSCM.java that allows an attacker with local file system access or control of a Jenkins administrator's web browser (e.g. malicious extension) to retrieve the configured password.
- How severe is CVE-2018-1000608?
- CVE-2018-1000608 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires high privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2018-1000608 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (59th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2018-1000608?
- CVE-2018-1000608 affects Jenkins Z/os Connector. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2018-1000608?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- When was CVE-2018-1000608 published?
- CVE-2018-1000608 was published on 2018-06-26 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:jenkins:z\/os_connector:*:*:*:*:*:jenkins:*:*
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