CVE-2020-29575: Critical severity docker elixir alpine docker image vulnerability

Published Dec 8, 2020
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Updated

The official elixir Docker images before 1.8.0-alpine (Alpine specific) contain a blank password for a root user. Systems using the elixir Linux Docker container deployed by affected versions of the Docker image may allow a remote attacker to achieve root access with a blank password.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Docker Elixir Alpine Docker Image<1.8.0

Event History

Dec 8, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:16 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:16 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-29575?

CVE-2020-29575 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the risk of remote root access.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-29575?

To fix CVE-2020-29575, update the Elixir Docker image to version 1.8.0-alpine or later.

3

Which versions are affected by CVE-2020-29575?

CVE-2020-29575 affects all official Elixir Docker images before version 1.8.0-alpine.

4

What are the implications of CVE-2020-29575?

The implications of CVE-2020-29575 include unauthorized root access, leading to potential system compromise.

5

How can I verify if my system is vulnerable to CVE-2020-29575?

You can verify if your system is vulnerable to CVE-2020-29575 by checking the version of the Elixir Docker image in use.

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