CVE-2025-53669: Vulnerability in Jenkins Project Jenkins VAddy Plugin
Jenkins VAddy Plugin 1.2.8 and earlier does not mask Vaddy API Auth Keys displayed on the job configuration form, increasing the potential for attackers to observe and capture them.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2025-53669 is a security vulnerability identified in the Jenkins VAddy Plugin version 1.2.8 and earlier. The core issue lies in the plugin's failure to mask VAddy API authentication keys on the job configuration form within Jenkins. Jenkins is a widely used open-source automation server that facilitates continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines. Plugins like the VAddy Plugin integrate third-party services—in this case, VAddy, a security testing platform—into Jenkins workflows. The vulnerability allows sensitive API authentication keys to be displayed in plaintext on the configuration interface, which can be viewed by anyone with access to the Jenkins job configuration page. This exposure increases the risk that an attacker with access to Jenkins could observe and capture these keys, potentially enabling unauthorized access to the VAddy API. Such unauthorized access could lead to misuse of the API, including manipulation of security testing processes or extraction of sensitive data. Although no known exploits are currently reported in the wild, the vulnerability represents a significant risk because API keys are often used as bearer tokens granting broad access. The lack of masking is a design flaw that undermines the confidentiality of credentials within the Jenkins environment. The vulnerability does not require user interaction beyond viewing the configuration form, but it does require some level of access to the Jenkins interface, which is typically protected but may be exposed in some environments due to misconfiguration or insider threats. No CVSS score has been assigned yet, and no patches or mitigations have been officially published at the time of this report.
Potential Impact
For European organizations, the exposure of VAddy API keys through this vulnerability could have several impacts. First, unauthorized access to the VAddy API could allow attackers to interfere with security testing workflows, potentially disabling or manipulating vulnerability scans and thus reducing the effectiveness of security controls. This could lead to undetected vulnerabilities persisting in software deployments. Second, attackers could leverage the API keys to extract sensitive information or perform actions that could compromise the integrity of the CI/CD pipeline. Given the widespread adoption of Jenkins in European enterprises, especially in sectors like finance, manufacturing, and technology, the risk of insider threats or external attackers gaining access to Jenkins instances is non-negligible. Additionally, regulatory frameworks such as the GDPR impose strict requirements on protecting credentials and sensitive data; failure to secure API keys could lead to compliance violations and associated penalties. The vulnerability could also facilitate lateral movement within networks if attackers use the compromised API keys as a foothold. While the vulnerability requires access to Jenkins, many organizations expose Jenkins dashboards internally or insufficiently secure them, increasing the risk. The absence of masking increases the attack surface for credential theft, which could cascade into broader security incidents.
Mitigation Recommendations
To mitigate this vulnerability, European organizations should immediately audit their Jenkins environments to identify instances of the VAddy Plugin version 1.2.8 or earlier. Until an official patch is released, organizations should consider the following specific actions: 1) Restrict access to Jenkins job configuration pages strictly to trusted administrators using role-based access control (RBAC) and network segmentation. 2) Rotate any VAddy API keys that have been used in affected Jenkins instances to invalidate potentially exposed credentials. 3) Implement environment-level secrets management solutions that avoid storing API keys directly in Jenkins job configurations, such as using Jenkins credentials plugins or external vaults (e.g., HashiCorp Vault, Azure Key Vault). 4) Monitor Jenkins logs and API usage for unusual activity that could indicate misuse of API keys. 5) Educate Jenkins administrators about the risk of exposing credentials in configuration forms and encourage best practices for credential handling. 6) Follow Jenkins and VAddy vendor channels closely for patches or updates addressing this vulnerability and apply them promptly once available. 7) Conduct penetration testing or security assessments focused on Jenkins environments to identify any other potential credential exposures or misconfigurations.
Affected Countries
Germany, France, United Kingdom, Netherlands, Sweden, Finland, Italy, Spain
CVE-2025-53669: Vulnerability in Jenkins Project Jenkins VAddy Plugin
Description
Jenkins VAddy Plugin 1.2.8 and earlier does not mask Vaddy API Auth Keys displayed on the job configuration form, increasing the potential for attackers to observe and capture them.
AI-Powered Analysis
Technical Analysis
CVE-2025-53669 is a security vulnerability identified in the Jenkins VAddy Plugin version 1.2.8 and earlier. The core issue lies in the plugin's failure to mask VAddy API authentication keys on the job configuration form within Jenkins. Jenkins is a widely used open-source automation server that facilitates continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines. Plugins like the VAddy Plugin integrate third-party services—in this case, VAddy, a security testing platform—into Jenkins workflows. The vulnerability allows sensitive API authentication keys to be displayed in plaintext on the configuration interface, which can be viewed by anyone with access to the Jenkins job configuration page. This exposure increases the risk that an attacker with access to Jenkins could observe and capture these keys, potentially enabling unauthorized access to the VAddy API. Such unauthorized access could lead to misuse of the API, including manipulation of security testing processes or extraction of sensitive data. Although no known exploits are currently reported in the wild, the vulnerability represents a significant risk because API keys are often used as bearer tokens granting broad access. The lack of masking is a design flaw that undermines the confidentiality of credentials within the Jenkins environment. The vulnerability does not require user interaction beyond viewing the configuration form, but it does require some level of access to the Jenkins interface, which is typically protected but may be exposed in some environments due to misconfiguration or insider threats. No CVSS score has been assigned yet, and no patches or mitigations have been officially published at the time of this report.
Potential Impact
For European organizations, the exposure of VAddy API keys through this vulnerability could have several impacts. First, unauthorized access to the VAddy API could allow attackers to interfere with security testing workflows, potentially disabling or manipulating vulnerability scans and thus reducing the effectiveness of security controls. This could lead to undetected vulnerabilities persisting in software deployments. Second, attackers could leverage the API keys to extract sensitive information or perform actions that could compromise the integrity of the CI/CD pipeline. Given the widespread adoption of Jenkins in European enterprises, especially in sectors like finance, manufacturing, and technology, the risk of insider threats or external attackers gaining access to Jenkins instances is non-negligible. Additionally, regulatory frameworks such as the GDPR impose strict requirements on protecting credentials and sensitive data; failure to secure API keys could lead to compliance violations and associated penalties. The vulnerability could also facilitate lateral movement within networks if attackers use the compromised API keys as a foothold. While the vulnerability requires access to Jenkins, many organizations expose Jenkins dashboards internally or insufficiently secure them, increasing the risk. The absence of masking increases the attack surface for credential theft, which could cascade into broader security incidents.
Mitigation Recommendations
To mitigate this vulnerability, European organizations should immediately audit their Jenkins environments to identify instances of the VAddy Plugin version 1.2.8 or earlier. Until an official patch is released, organizations should consider the following specific actions: 1) Restrict access to Jenkins job configuration pages strictly to trusted administrators using role-based access control (RBAC) and network segmentation. 2) Rotate any VAddy API keys that have been used in affected Jenkins instances to invalidate potentially exposed credentials. 3) Implement environment-level secrets management solutions that avoid storing API keys directly in Jenkins job configurations, such as using Jenkins credentials plugins or external vaults (e.g., HashiCorp Vault, Azure Key Vault). 4) Monitor Jenkins logs and API usage for unusual activity that could indicate misuse of API keys. 5) Educate Jenkins administrators about the risk of exposing credentials in configuration forms and encourage best practices for credential handling. 6) Follow Jenkins and VAddy vendor channels closely for patches or updates addressing this vulnerability and apply them promptly once available. 7) Conduct penetration testing or security assessments focused on Jenkins environments to identify any other potential credential exposures or misconfigurations.
Affected Countries
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Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.1
- Assigner Short Name
- jenkins
- Date Reserved
- 2025-07-08T07:51:59.764Z
- Cvss Version
- null
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 686e90bb6f40f0eb7204bd67
Added to database: 7/9/2025, 3:54:35 PM
Last enriched: 7/9/2025, 4:12:23 PM
Last updated: 8/12/2025, 4:36:47 AM
Views: 16
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