Configuration Exposure in Containous Traefik API Without Authentication
CVE-2018-15598

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor: Traefik
Status: Traefik
Vendor: CVE Published:; 21 August 2018

What is CVE-2018-15598?

The vulnerability in Containous Traefik 1.6.x prior to version 1.6.6 arises when the API is enabled without proper authentication mechanisms. If the API's port is publicly accessible, it can lead to the exposure of sensitive configuration details and secrets, potentially compromising the security of the application. It's crucial for users to upgrade to the latest version to mitigate this risk and ensure that proper security practices are implemented.