CVE-2020-14298: High severity Docker Docker vulnerability

Published Jul 13, 2020
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Updated

The version of docker as released for Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7 Extras via RHBA-2020:0053 advisory included an incorrect version of runc missing the fix for CVE-2019-5736, which was previously fixed via RHSA-2019:0304. This issue could allow a malicious or compromised container to compromise the container host and other containers running on the same host. This issue only affects docker version 1.13.1-108.git4ef4b30.el7, shipped in Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7 Extras. Both earlier and later versions are not affected.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Docker Docker=1.13.1
redhat OpenShift Container Platform>=3.0<=3.7.61
redhat Enterprise Linux Server=7.0

Event History

Jul 13, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:53 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:53 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-14298?

CVE-2020-14298 is a vulnerability in the version of docker released for Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7 Extras.

2

How does CVE-2020-14298 affect Docker?

CVE-2020-14298 can allow a malicious or compromised container to compromise the host system.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2020-14298?

CVE-2020-14298 has a severity rating of 8.8 (high).

4

How can I fix CVE-2020-14298 in Docker?

To fix CVE-2020-14298 in Docker, you should update to the corrected version of runc.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-14298?

You can find more information about CVE-2020-14298 on the Red Hat Security Advisory page.

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