CVE-2015-3630: High severity Docker docker vulnerability

Published May 18, 2015
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Updated

Docker Engine before 1.6.1 uses weak permissions for (1) /proc/asound, (2) /proc/timerstats, (3) /proc/latencystats, and (4) /proc/fs, which allows local users to modify the host, obtain sensitive information, and perform protocol downgrade attacks via a crafted image.

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
go/github.com/docker/docker>=1.6.0<1.6.1
1.6.1
Docker docker<=1.6

Event History

May 18, 2015
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Description
Feb 15, 2022
Advisory Published
via GitHub·01:57 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2015-3630?

CVE-2015-3630 has been classified as having a moderate severity due to its potential for privilege escalation and information disclosure.

2

How do I fix CVE-2015-3630?

To fix CVE-2015-3630, upgrade Docker Engine to version 1.6.1 or later.

3

What can be exploited using CVE-2015-3630?

CVE-2015-3630 allows local users to modify the host and obtain sensitive information through weak permissions on specific /proc directories.

4

Which Docker versions are affected by CVE-2015-3630?

CVE-2015-3630 affects Docker Engine versions up to and including 1.6.0.

5

Is CVE-2015-3630 a local or remote vulnerability?

CVE-2015-3630 is a local vulnerability that requires an attacker to have access to the host system.

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