CVE-2023-0633

In Docker Desktop on Windows before 4.12.0 an argument injection to installer may result in LPE

Description

In Docker Desktop on Windows before 4.12.0 an argument injection to installer may result in local privilege escalation (LPE).This issue affects Docker Desktop: before 4.12.0.

Remediation

Solution:

  • Update to 4.12.0

Category

7.2
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.07%
Vendor Advisory docker.com
Affected: Docker Inc. Docker Desktop
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://docs.docker.com/desktop/release-notes/#4120 release notes vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-0633?
CVE-2023-0633 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-0633?
To fix CVE-2023-0633: Update to 4.12.0
Is CVE-2023-0633 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-0633 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-0633?
CVE-2023-0633 affects Docker Inc. Docker Desktop.
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