CVE-2025-59360: OS command injection in Chaos Mesh via the killProcesses mutation

Published Sep 15, 2025
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Updated

The killProcesses mutation in Chaos Controller Manager is vulnerable to OS command injection. In conjunction with CVE-2025-59358, this allows unauthenticated in-cluster attackers to perform remote code execution across the cluster.

Affected Software

3 affected componentsFixes available
Chaos Mesh Chaos Controller Manager
go/github.com/chaos-mesh/chaos-mesh<2.7.3
2.7.3
chaos-mesh Chaos Mesh<2.7.3

Event History

Sep 15, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:40 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:40 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·12:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·12:15 PM
RemedyAffected Software
Advisory Published
via GitHub·12:31 PM
Data Sourced
via GitHub·12:31 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-59360?

CVE-2025-59360 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for allowing unauthenticated remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-59360?

To mitigate CVE-2025-59360, update the Chaos Controller Manager to the latest patched version.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2025-59360?

CVE-2025-59360 affects all instances of the Chaos Mesh Chaos Controller Manager that are deployed in a Kubernetes environment.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2025-59360 allow?

CVE-2025-59360 allows unauthenticated in-cluster attackers to execute arbitrary commands, leading to potential remote code execution.

5

Is CVE-2025-59360 related to other vulnerabilities?

Yes, CVE-2025-59360 is related to CVE-2025-59358, which together enable a more severe attack vector.

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