CVE-2014-3666: Jenkins core Jenkins Allows For Code Execution Vulnerability

MODERATE
Advisory Identifier: GHSA-fvfh-8mj3-23xj
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CWE-94
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Advisory Summary

CVE-2014-3666 is a MODERATE jenkins allows for code execution vulnerability (CWE-94: Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection')) affecting Jenkins core libraries in the Maven ecosystem. The issue involves jenkins allows for code execution via crafted packet to the cli. Remediation is available by upgrading affected packages to version 1.583, 1.565.3.

CVE-2014-3666 at a Glance

CVE Identifier CVE-2014-3666
GHSA Identifier GHSA-fvfh-8mj3-23xj
Severity MODERATE
CVSS v3.1 Base Score N/A
CWE Classification CWE-94: Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection')
Affected Product Jenkins core
Package Ecosystem Maven
Published Date
Last Updated

How to Fix CVE-2014-3666

To remediate this vulnerability, upgrade all affected Jenkins core dependencies to a patched release. Both direct and transitive dependencies should be checked, as frameworks or security libraries may pull in vulnerable versions transitively.

org.jenkins-ci.main:jenkins-core fixed: 1.583 
<dependency>
    <groupId>org.jenkins-ci.main</groupId>
    <artifactId>jenkins-core</artifactId>
    <version>1.583</version>
</dependency>
org.jenkins-ci.main:jenkins-core fixed: 1.565.3 
<dependency>
    <groupId>org.jenkins-ci.main</groupId>
    <artifactId>jenkins-core</artifactId>
    <version>1.565.3</version>
</dependency>
Verify Direct and Transitive Dependencies

Run the following command in your project directory to verify that all resolved dependencies use the patched release: 

mvn dependency:tree -Dincludes=org.jenkins-ci.main

How to Check if You Are Affected

To determine whether your Java application is affected by CVE-2014-3666, inspect your build dependencies using the Maven Dependency Plugin:

mvn dependency:tree -Dincludes=org.jenkins-ci.main

Analyze the terminal output to locate any version of Jenkins core in your dependency tree. If any resolved version matches the vulnerable ranges listed in the table below (for example, versions earlier than 1.583), your application is affected.

Note: The mvn dependency:tree -Dincludes=org.jenkins-ci.main command inspects the resolved dependency graph declared in your project's POM files; it does not perform automated security scanning or inspect runtime dynamic classpaths. Always verify runtime container classpaths and shaded JARs.

Technical Details

Vulnerability Mechanism & Technical Analysis

This vulnerability is classified under CWE-94: Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection'), where the product constructs all or part of a code segment using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the syntax or behavior of the intended code segment. In Jenkins core, software state validation or input boundaries are circumvented during processing. Review the official source advisory statement below for specific affected components, classes, and reproduction details.

Source Advisory Statement

Jenkins before 1.583 and LTS before 1.565.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted packet to the CLI channel.

CVE-2014-3666 Affected Jenkins core Versions

2 component(s)
Fixed Versions:
1.5831.565.3
Product / Package Ecosystem Affected Versions Fixed Version
org.jenkins-ci.main:jenkins-core
maven/org.jenkins-ci.main/jenkins-core
Maven
≥ 1.566
< 1.583
1.583
org.jenkins-ci.main:jenkins-core
maven/org.jenkins-ci.main/jenkins-core
Maven
< 1.565.3
1.565.3

References

NVD — CVE-2014-3666 NVD
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2014-3666
Security Fix Commit FIX COMMIT
https://github.com/jenkinsci/jenkins/commit/be195b0e19343bff6d966029d8eea99b2c039c32
access.redhat.com/errata/rhsa-2016:00... WEB
https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016:0070
Jenkins core Source Repository REPOSITORY
https://github.com/jenkinsci/jenkins
Jenkins core Security Information SECURITY
https://wiki.jenkins-ci.org/display/SECURITY/Jenkins+Security+Advisory+2014-10-01

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2014-3666?
CVE-2014-3666 is a security vulnerability in Jenkins core involving Jenkins allows for Code Execution via Crafted Packet to the CLI under CWE-94: Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection').
Which Jenkins core versions are affected?
Affected versions include releases prior to 1.583, 1.565.3 across affected packages: org.jenkins-ci.main:jenkins-core.
What version fixes CVE-2014-3666?
Upgrading to 1.583, 1.565.3 (or the latest patched release for your respective branch) resolves the vulnerability.
Is jenkins-core affected?
Yes, org.jenkins-ci.main:jenkins-core is affected in releases prior to 1.583, 1.565.3. Upgrade your dependency to 1.583, 1.565.3 or later.
What CWE is associated with CVE-2014-3666?
CVE-2014-3666 is classified under CWE-94: Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection') (The product constructs all or part of a code segment using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the syntax or behavior of the intended code segment.).
How can I check Maven dependencies for CVE-2014-3666?
Run the dependency tree command: 'mvn dependency:tree -Dincludes=org.jenkins-ci.main'. This command lists direct and transitive dependencies in your build configuration so you can verify if a vulnerable version is resolved.
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