CVE-2022-29036

CVE-2022-29036 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Jenkins Credentials with a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.4. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 79% places it in the 100th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-79.

Key facts

Description

Jenkins Credentials Plugin 1111.v35a_307992395 and earlier, except 1087.1089.v2f1b_9a_b_040e4, 1074.1076.v39c30cecb_0e2, and 2.6.1.1, does not escape the name and description of Credentials parameters on views displaying parameters, resulting in a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability exploitable by attackers with Item/Configure permission.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-29036?
Jenkins Credentials Plugin 1111.v35a_307992395 and earlier, except 1087.1089.v2f1b_9a_b_040e4, 1074.1076.v39c30cecb_0e2, and 2.6.1.1, does not escape the name and description of Credentials parameters on views displaying parameters, resulting in a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability exploitable by attackers with Item/Configure permission.
How severe is CVE-2022-29036?
CVE-2022-29036 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-2022-29036 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 79% (100th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2022-29036?
CVE-2022-29036 affects Jenkins Credentials. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2022-29036?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2022-29036 published?
CVE-2022-29036 was published on 2022-04-12 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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