CVE-2020-2257: Cross-site Scripting

September 16, 2020

Jenkins Validating String Parameter Plugin does not escape various user-controlled fields, resulting in a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability exploitable by attackers with Job/Configure permission.

References

nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2020-2257
www.jenkins.io/security/advisory/2020-09-16/

Code Behaviors & Features

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