CVE-2026-54422: [OSSA-2026-028] OpenStack Ironic Python Agent: Cdential extraction via malicious container (CVE-2026-54422)

Published Jul 23, 2026
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Updated

In OpenStack Ironic Python Agent through 11.5.0, a malicious bootc container, when deployed using ironic-python-agent, may be able to extract the credentials used to download it.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Openstack Ironic Python Agent<=11.5.0

Event History

Jul 24, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:42 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:42 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:16 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-54422?

The severity of CVE-2026-54422 is medium with a score of 5.5.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-54422?

To fix CVE-2026-54422, consider upgrading to the latest version of OpenStack Ironic Python Agent beyond 11.5.0 to mitigate the vulnerability.

3

What is CVE-2026-54422 about?

CVE-2026-54422 details a vulnerability in OpenStack Ironic Python Agent that allows a malicious container to extract credentials used during deployment.

4

What systems are affected by CVE-2026-54422?

CVE-2026-54422 affects versions of the OpenStack Ironic Python Agent up to and including 11.5.0.

5

What actions should be taken to secure against CVE-2026-54422?

To secure against CVE-2026-54422, ensure that containers deployed using the ironic-python-agent are from trusted sources and consider implementing stricter access controls.

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