CVE-2024-5321

Incorrect permissions on Windows containers logs

Description

A security issue was discovered in Kubernetes clusters with Windows nodes where BUILTIN\Users may be able to read container logs and NT AUTHORITY\Authenticated Users may be able to modify container logs.

Category

6.1
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.02%
Affected: Kubernetes Kubernetes
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/kubernetes/kubernetes/issues/126161 issue tracking
https://groups.google.com/g/kubernetes-security-announce/c/81c0BHkKNt0 mailing list
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/07/17/3

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-5321?
CVE-2024-5321 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-5321?
To fix CVE-2024-5321, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2024-5321 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-5321 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-2024-5321?
CVE-2024-5321 affects Kubernetes Kubernetes.
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