CVE-2026-84671 Path traversal in Jenkins File Parameter Plugin

High 8.8 Published Updated

Attackers can write files to arbitrary locations on the Jenkins controller, leading to remote code execution.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Any signed-in user
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2026-84671?

CVE-2026-84671 is a high-severity path traversal vulnerability in Jenkins File Parameter Plugin, published on 2 Sep 2026. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Jenkins File Parameter Plugin 425.v3fa_801681b_5e and earlier allows writing files to arbitrary locations on the Jenkins controller file system through Stapler data binding, which can lead to remote code execution.

Weakness: CWE-22

Which versions are affected by CVE-2026-84671?

How do I fix CVE-2026-84671?

No fix has been published for CVE-2026-84671 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade, and resolve every user-supplied path against an allowed base folder before opening it. More about Path traversal.

Is CVE-2026-84671 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2026-84671 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-ch57-mp3q-j35f.

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