CVE-2016-8867
First published: Fri Oct 28 2016(Updated: )
Docker Engine 1.12.2 enabled ambient capabilities with misconfigured capability policies. This allowed malicious images to bypass user permissions to access files within the container filesystem or mounted volumes.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Docker | =1.12.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-8867?
CVE-2016-8867 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow unauthorized access to container files and mounted volumes.
How do I fix CVE-2016-8867?
To fix CVE-2016-8867, upgrade Docker Engine to a version later than 1.12.2 that addresses the ambient capabilities issue.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2016-8867?
The potential impacts of CVE-2016-8867 include unauthorized access to sensitive data within containers and compromised host security.
Who is affected by CVE-2016-8867?
CVE-2016-8867 affects users of Docker Engine version 1.12.2.
What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2016-8867?
CVE-2016-8867 is a vulnerability that misconfigures capability policies, allowing malicious Docker images to bypass user permissions.
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