CVE-2021-25738: Code exec via yaml parsing

Published Oct 11, 2021
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Updated

Loading specially-crafted yaml with the Kubernetes Java Client library can lead to code execution.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Kubernetes Java<=9.0.2
Kubernetes Java>=10.0.0<=10.0.1
Kubernetes Java>=11.0.0<11.0.1

Event History

Oct 11, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:55 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:55 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-25738?

CVE-2021-25738 is a vulnerability that occurs when loading specially-crafted yaml with the Kubernetes Java Client library, which could lead to code execution.

2

What software is affected by CVE-2021-25738?

The Kubernetes Java Client library versions up to and including 9.0.2, version 10.0.0 up to and including 10.0.1, and version 11.0.0 up to but not including 11.0.1 are affected by CVE-2021-25738.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2021-25738?

CVE-2021-25738 has a severity score of 6.7, which is classified as medium.

4

How can CVE-2021-25738 be exploited?

CVE-2021-25738 can be exploited by loading specially-crafted yaml files using the Kubernetes Java Client library.

5

Is there a fix for CVE-2021-25738?

Yes, upgrading to a version of the Kubernetes Java Client library that is not affected by this vulnerability is the recommended fix for CVE-2021-25738.

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