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CVE-2018-1000185: A server-side request forgery vulnerability exists in Jenkins GitHub Branch Source Plugin 2.3.4 and older i...

A server-side request forgery vulnerability exists in Jenkins GitHub Branch Source Plugin 2.3.4 and older in Endpoint.java that allows attackers with Overall/Read access to cause Jenkins to send a GET request to a specified URL.

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Plain-English summary

This vulnerability lets a user who can read Jenkins make the Jenkins server request a URL they choose. That matters because Jenkins often has network access to internal systems. The public bundle does not provide a CVSS score, patch version, or exploitation evidence, so urgency depends on whether affected Jenkins instances exist and who has Overall/Read access.

Executive priority

Treat this as a targeted Jenkins hygiene issue with moderate priority. Escalate if affected Jenkins servers can reach sensitive internal systems or if Overall/Read access is broadly assigned.

Technical view

CVE-2018-1000185 is an SSRF issue in Endpoint.java in Jenkins GitHub Branch Source Plugin 2.3.4 and older. An attacker with Jenkins Overall/Read permission can cause Jenkins to send a GET request to a specified URL. The bundle identifies no CWE, CVSS vector, or confirmed active exploitation.

Likely exposure

Exposure is likely limited to Jenkins environments running GitHub Branch Source Plugin 2.3.4 or older where non-admin users have Overall/Read access. Risk increases when Jenkins can reach internal services or metadata endpoints from its network position.

Exploitation context

The source bundle says exploitation requires Overall/Read access and results in Jenkins sending a GET request to an attacker-specified URL. CISA KEV status is false, and no cited source in the bundle states active exploitation.

Researcher notes

Evidence is sparse in the provided bundle. The key confirmed facts are the plugin name, version boundary, SSRF class, Endpoint.java location, GET-request behavior, and Overall/Read prerequisite. Do not assume unauthenticated exploitation or a specific patch version without checking Jenkins advisory details.

Mitigation direction

  • Identify Jenkins instances using GitHub Branch Source Plugin 2.3.4 or older.
  • Review the Jenkins advisory for vendor-confirmed remediation or fixed versions.
  • Reduce unnecessary Overall/Read access until remediation is complete.
  • Restrict Jenkins outbound network access where business workflows allow.
  • Monitor Jenkins-originated outbound GET requests for unexpected internal destinations.

Validation and detection

  • Inventory installed Jenkins plugins and versions across all controllers.
  • Confirm whether GitHub Branch Source Plugin is version 2.3.4 or older.
  • Review Jenkins permissions for users and groups with Overall/Read access.
  • Check outbound proxy or firewall logs for unusual requests from Jenkins.
  • Document affected instances, remediation status, and any compensating controls.
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medium
Sources
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