Vulnerability Description
The Kubernetes API server component in versions prior to 1.15.9, 1.16.0-1.16.6, and 1.17.0-1.17.2 has been found to be vulnerable to a denial of service attack via successful API requests.
CVSS Score
5.3
MEDIUM
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:L
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Kubernetes | Kubernetes | <= 1.15.9 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 32 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/kubernetes/kubernetes/issues/89378Issue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://groups.google.com/forum/#%21topic/kubernetes-security-announce/2UOlsba2g
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedorapro
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20200413-0003/Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/kubernetes/kubernetes/issues/89378Issue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://groups.google.com/forum/#%21topic/kubernetes-security-announce/2UOlsba2g
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedorapro
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20200413-0003/Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2020-8552?
CVE-2020-8552 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.3 (MEDIUM). The Kubernetes API server component in versions prior to 1.15.9, 1.16.0-1.16.6, and 1.17.0-1.17.2 has been found to be vulnerable to a denial of service attack via successful API requests.
How severe is CVE-2020-8552?
CVE-2020-8552 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2020-8552?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Kubernetes Kubernetes, Fedoraproject Fedora.