ZDI-CAN-27430: ZDI-26-259: (0Day) Docker Desktop cli-plugins Incorrect Permission Assignment Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Published Apr 15, 2026
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Updated

This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Docker Desktop for Windows. An attacker must first obtain the ability to escape the container and execute low-privileged code within the Docker Hyper-V VM in order to exploit this vulnerability. The ZDI has assigned a CVSS rating of 7.8.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Docker Docker Desktop for Windows

Event History

Apr 15, 2026
Advisory Published
via ZDI·05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via ZDI·05:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-27430?

The severity of ZDI-CAN-27430 is classified as high due to its potential for local privilege escalation.

2

How do I fix ZDI-CAN-27430?

To fix ZDI-CAN-27430, update to the latest version of Docker Desktop for Windows that contains the security patches.

3

Who is affected by the ZDI-CAN-27430 vulnerability?

Users of Docker Desktop for Windows are affected by the ZDI-CAN-27430 vulnerability.

4

What type of vulnerability is ZDI-CAN-27430?

ZDI-CAN-27430 is categorized as a local privilege escalation vulnerability due to incorrect permission assignment.

5

Can ZDI-CAN-27430 be exploited remotely?

No, ZDI-CAN-27430 requires local access to the affected system to be exploited.

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