HOMEVULNERABILITIESCVE-2023-24441
CRITICAL

CVE-2023-24441

CWE-611Published: January 26, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8
CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Jenkins MSTest Plugin 1.0.0 and earlier does not configure its XML parser to prevent XML external entity (XXE) attacks.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

The Jenkins MSTest Plugin contains an XML External Entity (XXE) vulnerability due to improper parser configuration. This flaw could allow an attacker to access sensitive data or interact with internal network resources. It is rated as critical with a 9.8 CVSS score.

No public exploit is known, and it is not included in the CISA KEV. It is remotely exploitable.

Recommended Action

Upgrade the Jenkins MSTest Plugin to a version beyond 1.0.0 to remediate the insecure XML parser configuration.

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Technical Analysis

CVE-2023-24441 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.

CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown

Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityHigh
IntegrityHigh
AvailabilityHigh
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Affected Vendors & Products

jenkins1 product(s)
mstest
Source: NVD CPE · 1 total CPE entries

Exploit & PoC Resources

NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official Patches & Advisories

All References (2)

Quick Facts

CVE IDCVE-2023-24441
CVSS Score9.8 / 10
SeverityCRITICAL
WeaknessCWE-611
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedJan 26, 2023

Related CVEs (CWE-611)

Recommended Actions

  • Apply vendor patches immediately
  • Monitor CVE-2023-24441 in threat intel feeds
  • Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWatch. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.