CVE-2020-2316

CVE-2020-2316 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Jenkins Static Analysis Utilities with a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.4. 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-79.

Key facts

Description

Jenkins Static Analysis Utilities Plugin 1.96 and earlier does not escape the annotation message in tooltips, resulting in a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability exploitable by attackers with Job/Configure permission.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2020-2316?
Jenkins Static Analysis Utilities Plugin 1.96 and earlier does not escape the annotation message in tooltips, resulting in a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability exploitable by attackers with Job/Configure permission.
How severe is CVE-2020-2316?
CVE-2020-2316 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.4, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2020-2316 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (49th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2020-2316?
CVE-2020-2316 affects Jenkins Static Analysis Utilities. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2020-2316?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2020-2316 published?
CVE-2020-2316 was published on 2020-11-04 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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