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GHSA-v994-f8vw-g7j4
LowCVSS 2.8 / 10
github.com/docker/dockerImpact
A bug was found in Moby (Docker Engine) where attempting to copy files using docker cp into a specially-crafted container can result in Unix file permission changes for existing files in the host’s filesystem, widening access to others. This bug does not directly allow files to be read, modified, or executed without an additional cooperating process.
Patches
This bug has been fixed in Moby (Docker Engine) 20.10.9. Users should update to this version as soon as possible. Running containers do not need to be restarted.
Workarounds
Ensure you only run trusted containers.
Credits
The Moby project would like to thank Lei Wang and Ruizhi Xiao for responsibly disclosing this issue in accordance with the Moby security policy.
For more information
If you have any questions or comments about this advisory:
- Open an issue
- Email us at security@docker.com if you think you’ve found a security bug
The vulnerability requires local access to the device to be exploited. It is difficult for an attacker to exploit this vulnerability and may require special conditions. An attacker needs basic access or low-level privileges. No user interaction is needed for the attacker to exploit this vulnerability. The vulnerability can affect other systems as well, not just the initial system. There is a low impact on the confidentiality of the information.
Limited exploitation activity has been observed. Close monitoring and planned remediation are recommended.
The exploit probability is very low. The vulnerability is unlikely to be exploited in the next 30 days.
We did not find any exploit available. Neither in GitHub repositories nor in the Exploit-Database.
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