CVE-2021-3162: High severity Docker Docker vulnerability

Published Jan 15, 2021
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Updated

Docker Desktop Community before 2.5.0.0 on macOS mishandles certificate checking, leading to local privilege escalation.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Docker Docker<2.5.0.0
Apple macOS
All of the following
Docker Docker<2.5.0.0
Apple macOS

Event History

Jan 15, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:54 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:54 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-3162?

CVE-2021-3162 is a vulnerability that affects Docker Desktop Community before version 2.5.0.0 on macOS, allowing for local privilege escalation.

2

How does CVE-2021-3162 impact Docker Desktop Community on macOS?

CVE-2021-3162 mishandles certificate checking in Docker Desktop Community on macOS, which can be exploited to escalate local privileges.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2021-3162?

CVE-2021-3162 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).

4

How can I fix the CVE-2021-3162 vulnerability in Docker Desktop Community on macOS?

To fix the CVE-2021-3162 vulnerability, update Docker Desktop Community to version 2.5.0.0 or later.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-3162?

You can find more information about CVE-2021-3162 in the Docker Desktop Community release notes (https://docs.docker.com/docker-for-mac/release-notes/#docker-desktop-community-2500) and on the Twitter account of @_r3ggi (https://twitter.com/_r3ggi).

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