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CVE-2022-26659

7.1 · HIGH

Docker Desktop installer on Windows in versions before 4.6.0 allows an attacker to overwrite any administrator writable files by creating a symlink in place of where the installer writes its log file.

Published Mar 25, 2022CWE-59EPSS 0.43%

Overview

CVE-2022-26659 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on March 25, 2022 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.1 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.1, rated HIGH. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

Docker Desktop installer on Windows in versions before 4.6.0 allows an attacker to overwrite any administrator writable files by creating a symlink in place of where the installer writes its log file. Starting from version 4.6.0, the Docker Desktop installer, when run elevated, will write its log files to a location not writable by non-administrator users.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

References

Refdocs.docker.com/desktop/windows/release-notes/Refdocs.docker.com/docker-for-windows/release-notes/GitHubgithub.com/hmnthabit/Advisories/blob/master/CVE-2022-26659.mdRefdocs.docker.com/desktop/windows/release-notes/Refdocs.docker.com/docker-for-windows/release-notes/GitHubgithub.com/hmnthabit/Advisories/blob/master/CVE-2022-26659.md

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-26659?

CVE-2022-26659 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on March 25, 2022 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.1 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2022-26659?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.1, rated HIGH. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2022-26659?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2022-26659?

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