Vulnerability Description
Kubernetes CRI-O version prior to 1.9 contains a Privilege Context Switching Error (CWE-270) vulnerability in the handling of ambient capabilities that can result in containers running with elevated privileges, allowing users abilities they should not have. This attack appears to be exploitable via container execution. This vulnerability appears to have been fixed in 1.9.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Kubernetes | Cri-O | < 1.9.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104262Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://github.com/kubernetes-incubator/cri-o/pull/1558/filesPatchThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104262Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://github.com/kubernetes-incubator/cri-o/pull/1558/filesPatchThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-1000400?
CVE-2018-1000400 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). Kubernetes CRI-O version prior to 1.9 contains a Privilege Context Switching Error (CWE-270) vulnerability in the handling of ambient capabilities that can result in containers running with elevated p...
How severe is CVE-2018-1000400?
CVE-2018-1000400 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2018-1000400?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Kubernetes Cri-O.