CVE-2022-45400
CWE-611Published: November 15, 2022· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
Jenkins JAPEX Plugin 1.7 and earlier does not configure its XML parser to prevent XML external entity (XXE) attacks.
Risk Analysis
The Jenkins JAPEX Plugin 1.7 and earlier fails to properly configure its XML parser, leaving it susceptible to XML external entity (XXE) attacks. This critical vulnerability is remotely exploitable and carries a CVSS score of 9.8.
No public exploit is known, and the vulnerability is not in the CISA KEV catalog. It is remotely exploitable with low complexity.
Update the JAPEX Plugin to the latest version. If an update is unavailable, disable the plugin to prevent potential XXE exploitation.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2022-45400 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2022-45400 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts