CVE-2023-0625: Docker Desktop before 4.12.0 is vulnerable to RCE via a crafted extension description or changelog

Published Sep 25, 2023
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Updated

Docker Desktop before 4.12.0 is vulnerable to RCE via a crafted extension description or changelog.

This issue affects Docker Desktop: before 4.12.0.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Docker Docker Desktop<4.12.0

Remediation

Information

Update to 4.12.0

Event History

Sep 25, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:31 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:31 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-0625?

CVE-2023-0625 is a vulnerability in Docker Desktop before version 4.12.0 that allows remote code execution through a crafted extension description or changelog.

2

How does CVE-2023-0625 affect Docker Desktop?

CVE-2023-0625 affects Docker Desktop versions before 4.12.0.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2023-0625?

CVE-2023-0625 has a severity rating of 9.8 (critical).

4

How can I fix CVE-2023-0625?

To fix CVE-2023-0625, you should update Docker Desktop to version 4.12.0 or later.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-0625?

More information about CVE-2023-0625 can be found in the Docker Desktop release notes: https://docs.docker.com/desktop/release-notes/#4120

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