Vulnerability Description
Docker Desktop for Windows before 4.6.0 allows attackers to delete (or create) any file through the dockerBackendV2 windowscontainers/start API by controlling the pidfile field inside the DaemonJSON field in the WindowsContainerStartRequest class. This can indirectly lead to privilege escalation.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Docker | Desktop | < 4.6.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://docs.docker.com/desktop/release-notes/#docker-desktop-460Release Notes
- https://www.cyberark.com/resources/threat-research-blog/breaking-docker-named-piThird Party Advisory
- https://docs.docker.com/desktop/release-notes/#docker-desktop-460Release Notes
- https://www.cyberark.com/resources/threat-research-blog/breaking-docker-named-piThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2022-37326?
CVE-2022-37326 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). Docker Desktop for Windows before 4.6.0 allows attackers to delete (or create) any file through the dockerBackendV2 windowscontainers/start API by controlling the pidfile field inside the DaemonJSON f...
How severe is CVE-2022-37326?
CVE-2022-37326 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2022-37326?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Docker Desktop.