REDHAT-BUG-2227128: High severity kubernetes dashboard vulnerability

Published Jul 28, 2023
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Updated

A security issue was discovered in Kubernetes where a user that can create pods on Windows nodes may be able to escalate to admin privileges on those nodes. Kubernetes clusters are only affected if they include Windows nodes. Any kubernetes environment with Windows nodes is impacted. Run kubectl get nodes -l kubernetes.io/os=windows to see if any Windows nodes are in use.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Kubernetes kubernetes

Event History

Jul 28, 2023
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·04:57 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-2227128?

REDHAT-BUG-2227128 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for privilege escalation on Kubernetes Windows nodes.

2

How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-2227128?

To mitigate REDHAT-BUG-2227128, update your Kubernetes environment if it includes Windows nodes.

3

Which Kubernetes versions are affected by REDHAT-BUG-2227128?

Any Kubernetes environment that includes Windows nodes may be affected by REDHAT-BUG-2227128.

4

What systems are impacted by REDHAT-BUG-2227128?

Kubernetes clusters with Windows nodes are the systems impacted by REDHAT-BUG-2227128.

5

Can a user with basic permissions exploit REDHAT-BUG-2227128?

Yes, a user that can create pods on Windows nodes may exploit REDHAT-BUG-2227128 to escalate privileges.

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