CVE-2023-22480: KubeOperator is vulnerable to unauthorized access to system API

Published Jan 14, 2023
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Updated

KubeOperator is an open source Kubernetes distribution focused on helping enterprises plan, deploy and operate production-level K8s clusters. In KubeOperator versions 3.16.3 and below, API interfaces with unauthorized entities and can leak sensitive information. This vulnerability could be used to take over the cluster under certain conditions. This issue has been patched in version 3.16.4.

Affected Software

1 affected component
FIT2CLOUD Kubeoperator<3.16.4

Event History

Jan 14, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:03 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:03 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-22480?

CVE-2023-22480 is a vulnerability in KubeOperator versions 3.16.3 and below, where API interfaces with unauthorized entities and can leak sensitive information.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2023-22480?

The severity of CVE-2023-22480 is critical with a CVSS score of 9.8.

3

How does CVE-2023-22480 affect KubeOperator?

CVE-2023-22480 affects KubeOperator versions 3.16.3 and below, allowing unauthorized entities to access API interfaces and potentially leak sensitive information.

4

How can I fix CVE-2023-22480?

To fix CVE-2023-22480, update KubeOperator to version 3.16.4 or above.

5

What are the references for CVE-2023-22480?

The references for CVE-2023-22480 are: [GitHub Commit](https://github.com/KubeOperator/KubeOperator/commit/7ef42bf1c16900d13e6376f8be5ecdbfdfb44aaf), [Release](https://github.com/KubeOperator/KubeOperator/releases/tag/v3.16.4), [Advisory](https://github.com/KubeOperator/KubeOperator/security/advisories/GHSA-jxgp-jgh3-8jc8).

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