Vulnerability Description
Jenkins Dead Man's Snitch Plugin 0.1 stores Dead Man's Snitch tokens unencrypted in job config.xml files on the Jenkins controller, where they can be viewed by users with Item/Extended Read permission or access to the Jenkins controller file system.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Jenkins | Dead Man\'S Snitch | 0.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://www.jenkins.io/security/advisory/2025-07-09/#SECURITY-3524Vendor Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2025/07/09/4
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-53666?
CVE-2025-53666 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). Jenkins Dead Man's Snitch Plugin 0.1 stores Dead Man's Snitch tokens unencrypted in job config.xml files on the Jenkins controller, where they can be viewed by users with Item/Extended Read permission...
How severe is CVE-2025-53666?
CVE-2025-53666 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-53666?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Jenkins Dead Man\'S Snitch.