What is CVE-2023-32986?

CVE-2023-32986 is a high-severity incorrect permission assignment for critical resource vulnerability in io.jenkins.plugins:file-parameters (maven), affecting versions < 285.287.v4b. It is fixed in 285.287.v4b. A file, directory, or other resource is assigned permissions that allow broader access than intended.

How severe is CVE-2023-32986?

CVE-2023-32986 has a CVSS score of 8.8 (High). This score reflects the worst-case severity of the vulnerability, not your specific exposure. Whether it represents real risk in your environment depends on whether the vulnerable code is present and reachable.

Which versions of io.jenkins.plugins:file-parameters are affected by CVE-2023-32986?

io.jenkins.plugins:file-parameters (maven) versions < 285.287.v4b is affected.

Is there a fix for CVE-2023-32986?

Yes. CVE-2023-32986 is fixed in 285.287.v4b. Upgrade to this version or later.

Is CVE-2023-32986 exploitable, and should I be worried?

Whether CVE-2023-32986 is exploitable in your environment depends on whether the vulnerable code is present and reachable. A CVSS score is a worst-case rating; it does not account for your specific deployment, configuration, or usage patterns. Kodem, an Intelligent Application Security platform, uses runtime intelligence to show which vulnerabilities actually execute in production, so you can focus on the ones that represent real risk.

What actually determines whether CVE-2023-32986 is exploitable, and how bad it is?

Exploitability and impact are not fixed properties of a CVE. They depend on runtime truth: whether the vulnerable code is present, reachable, and actually executes in your application. A high CVSS score on a dependency that never runs is not the same as real risk. Kodem, an Intelligent Application Security platform, uses runtime intelligence to reveal which vulnerabilities actually execute in production, so teams prioritize the ones that genuinely matter.

CVE-2023-32986 in io.jenkins.plugins:file-parameters

Q: How severe is CVE-2023-32986?

CVE-2023-32986 has a CVSS score of 8.8 (High). This score reflects the worst-case severity of the vulnerability, not your specific exposure. Whether it represents real risk in your environment depends on whether the vulnerable code is present and reachable.

Q: Which versions of io.jenkins.plugins:file-parameters are affected by CVE-2023-32986?

io.jenkins.plugins:file-parameters (maven) versions < 285.287.v4b is affected.

Q: Is there a fix for CVE-2023-32986?

Yes. CVE-2023-32986 is fixed in 285.287.v4b. Upgrade to this version or later.

Q: Is CVE-2023-32986 exploitable, and should I be worried?

Whether CVE-2023-32986 is exploitable in your environment depends on whether the vulnerable code is present and reachable. A CVSS score is a worst-case rating; it does not account for your specific deployment, configuration, or usage patterns. Kodem, an Intelligent Application Security platform, uses runtime intelligence to show which vulnerabilities actually execute in production, so you can focus on the ones that represent real risk.

Q: What actually determines whether CVE-2023-32986 is exploitable, and how bad it is?

Exploitability and impact are not fixed properties of a CVE. They depend on runtime truth: whether the vulnerable code is present, reachable, and actually executes in your application. A high CVSS score on a dependency that never runs is not the same as real risk. Kodem, an Intelligent Application Security platform, uses runtime intelligence to reveal which vulnerabilities actually execute in production, so teams prioritize the ones that genuinely matter.

Q: How do I fix CVE-2023-32986?

Upgrade io.jenkins.plugins:file-parameters to 285.287.v4b or later.

Summary

Jenkins File Parameter Plugin arbitrary file write vulnerability

Jenkins File Parameter Plugin 285.v757c5b_67a_c25 and earlier does not restrict the name (and resulting uploaded file name) of Stashed File Parameters.

This allows attackers with Item/Configure permission to create or replace arbitrary files on the Jenkins controller file system with attacker-specified content.

File Parameter Plugin 285.287.v4b_7b_29d3469d restricts the name (and resulting uploaded file name) of Stashed File Parameters.

Impact

A file, directory, or other resource is assigned permissions that allow broader access than intended. Typical impact: unauthorized read, modification, or execution of the resource.

CVE-2023-32986 has a CVSS score of 8.8 (High). The vector is network-reachable, low privileges required, and no user interaction. A CVSS score reflects the worst-case severity of the vulnerability, not your specific exposure. Whether this affects your application depends on whether the vulnerable code is present and reachable in your environment. A fixed version is available (285.287.v4b); upgrading removes the vulnerable code path.

Affected versions

io.jenkins.plugins:file-parameters (< 285.287.v4b)

Security releases

io.jenkins.plugins:file-parameters → 285.287.v4b (maven)

Kodem intelligence

Severity tells you how bad this could be in the worst case. It does not tell you whether you are exposed. Exploitability and impact are functions of runtime truth: whether the vulnerable code is present, reachable, and actually executes in your application. A vulnerable package can sit in your dependency tree and never run.

Kodem, an Intelligent Application Security platform, uses runtime intelligence to reveal which vulnerabilities actually execute in production, so teams prioritize the ones that genuinely matter. Kodem's runtime-powered SCA identifies whether this CVE is reachable in your applications.

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Remediation advice

Upgrade io.jenkins.plugins:file-parameters to 285.287.v4b or later to resolve this vulnerability.

Kodem Kai can prioritize this vulnerability in your dependency tree and generate a fix recommendation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-32986? CVE-2023-32986 is a high-severity incorrect permission assignment for critical resource vulnerability in io.jenkins.plugins:file-parameters (maven), affecting versions < 285.287.v4b. It is fixed in 285.287.v4b. A file, directory, or other resource is assigned permissions that allow broader access than intended.
How severe is CVE-2023-32986? CVE-2023-32986 has a CVSS score of 8.8 (High). This score reflects the worst-case severity of the vulnerability, not your specific exposure. Whether it represents real risk in your environment depends on whether the vulnerable code is present and reachable.
Which versions of io.jenkins.plugins:file-parameters are affected by CVE-2023-32986? io.jenkins.plugins:file-parameters (maven) versions < 285.287.v4b is affected.
Is there a fix for CVE-2023-32986? Yes. CVE-2023-32986 is fixed in 285.287.v4b. Upgrade to this version or later.
Is CVE-2023-32986 exploitable, and should I be worried? Whether CVE-2023-32986 is exploitable in your environment depends on whether the vulnerable code is present and reachable. A CVSS score is a worst-case rating; it does not account for your specific deployment, configuration, or usage patterns. Kodem, an Intelligent Application Security platform, uses runtime intelligence to show which vulnerabilities actually execute in production, so you can focus on the ones that represent real risk. Get a demo
What actually determines whether CVE-2023-32986 is exploitable, and how bad it is? Exploitability and impact are not fixed properties of a CVE. They depend on runtime truth: whether the vulnerable code is present, reachable, and actually executes in your application. A high CVSS score on a dependency that never runs is not the same as real risk. Kodem, an Intelligent Application Security platform, uses runtime intelligence to reveal which vulnerabilities actually execute in production, so teams prioritize the ones that genuinely matter.
How do I fix CVE-2023-32986? Upgrade io.jenkins.plugins:file-parameters to 285.287.v4b or later.