CVE-2014-5279

8.8 · HIGH

Published Feb 6, 2018 boot2docker CWE-284 EPSS 2.77% (85th pctl) CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Overview

CVE-2014-5279 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting boot2docker boot2docker. It was published on February 6, 2018 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 8.8 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 8.8, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical Description

The Docker daemon managed by boot2docker 1.2 and earlier improperly enables unauthenticated TCP connections by default, which makes it easier for remote attackers to gain privileges or execute arbitrary code from children containers.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from boot2docker. Update boot2docker to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions	Status
boot2docker	boot2docker	0	Affected

References

Ref groups.google.com/forum/#%21msg/docker-announce/aQoVmQlcE0A/smPuBNYf8VwJ Ref groups.google.com/forum/#%21msg/docker-announce/aQoVmQlcE0A/smPuBNYf8VwJ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2014-5279?

CVE-2014-5279 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting boot2docker boot2docker. It was published on February 6, 2018 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 8.8 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2014-5279?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 8.8, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2014-5279?

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