CVE-2020-10728 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2020-10728, a vulnerability in automationbroker/apb container versions up to 2.0.4-1 allowing unauthorized users to escalate privileges. Find mitigation steps and best practices here.
A flaw was found in automationbroker/apb container in versions up to and including 2.0.4-1. This container grants all users sudoer permissions allowing an unauthorized user with access to the running container the ability to escalate their own privileges. The highest threat from this vulnerability is to data confidentiality and integrity as well as system availability.
Understanding CVE-2020-10728
This CVE identifies a vulnerability in the automationbroker/apb container that could lead to privilege escalation for unauthorized users.
What is CVE-2020-10728?
The vulnerability in automationbroker/apb allows unauthorized users to gain sudoer permissions within the container, potentially leading to privilege escalation.
The Impact of CVE-2020-10728
The primary risks associated with this vulnerability include compromised data confidentiality and integrity, as well as potential disruptions to system availability.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-10728
This section provides technical details about the CVE.
Vulnerability Description
The flaw in automationbroker/apb versions up to and including 2.0.4-1 enables unauthorized users to elevate their privileges by granting them sudoer permissions within the container.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: automationbroker/apb
- Vendor: n/a
- Versions affected: up to and including 2.0.4-1
Exploitation Mechanism
Unauthorized users with access to the running container can exploit this vulnerability to escalate their privileges.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protect your systems from CVE-2020-10728 with these mitigation strategies.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update the affected container to a patched version that addresses the vulnerability.
- Limit access to containers to authorized users only.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly monitor and audit container permissions and configurations.
- Implement the principle of least privilege to restrict unnecessary access within containers.
Patching and Updates
Ensure timely patching and updates for containers to address known vulnerabilities.