Docker Images Vulnerability in Composer by Koharin
CVE-2020-35184

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Docker

Status
Composer Docker Image
Vendor
CVE Published:
17 December 2020

What is CVE-2020-35184?

A security vulnerability in the Composer Docker images prior to version 1.8.3 allows remote attackers to gain unauthorized root access due to the use of a blank password for the root user. This situation can lead to severe security risks, enabling malicious actors to manipulate system configurations and potentially deploy further attacks. It is crucial for users employing these Docker images to update to the latest version to mitigate this risk.

References

https://github.com/koharin/koharin2/blob/main/CVE-2020-35184
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2020-35184 : Docker Images Vulnerability in Composer by Koharin