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CVE-2023-5166: Docker Desktop before 4.23.0 allows Access Token theft via a crafted extension icon URL

First published: Mon Sep 25 2023(Updated: )

Docker Desktop before 4.23.0 allows Access Token theft via a crafted extension icon URL. This issue affects Docker Desktop: before 4.23.0.

Credit: security@docker.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Docker Desktop<4.23.0

Remedy

Update Docker Desktop to 4.23.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the vulnerability ID of this issue?

    The vulnerability ID of this issue is CVE-2023-5166.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2023-5166?

    The severity of CVE-2023-5166 is high with a CVSS score of 6.5.

  • Which version of Docker Desktop is affected by CVE-2023-5166?

    Docker Desktop before version 4.23.0 is affected by CVE-2023-5166.

  • How can Access Token theft occur in Docker Desktop before version 4.23.0?

    Access Token theft can occur in Docker Desktop before version 4.23.0 through a crafted extension icon URL.

  • How can I fix the vulnerability CVE-2023-5166?

    To fix the vulnerability CVE-2023-5166, users should update Docker Desktop to version 4.23.0 or later.

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