Vulnerability Description
apko allows users to build and publish OCI container images built from apk packages. Starting in version 0.27.0 and prior to version 0.29.5, critical files were inadvertently set to 0666, which could likely be abused for root escalation. Version 0.29.5 contains a fix for the issue.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/chainguard-dev/apko/commit/04f37e2d50d5a502e155788561fb7d40de
- https://github.com/chainguard-dev/apko/commit/aedb0772d6bf6e74d8f17690946dbc791d
- https://github.com/chainguard-dev/apko/releases/tag/v0.27.0
- https://github.com/chainguard-dev/apko/releases/tag/v0.29.5
- https://github.com/chainguard-dev/apko/security/advisories/GHSA-x6ph-r535-3vjw
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-53945?
CVE-2025-53945 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.0 (HIGH). apko allows users to build and publish OCI container images built from apk packages. Starting in version 0.27.0 and prior to version 0.29.5, critical files were inadvertently set to 0666, which could ...
How severe is CVE-2025-53945?
CVE-2025-53945 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-53945?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.