CVE-2019-11252
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 1.14%
Last modified
CVE-2019-11252 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. The Kubernetes kube-controller-manager in versions v1.0-v1.17 is vulnerable to a credential leakage via error messages in mount failure logs and events for AzureFile and CephFS volumes.. EPSS estimates a 1.14% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Kubernetes kube-controller-manager in versions v1.0-v1.17 is vulnerable to a credential leakage via error messages in mount failure logs and events for AzureFile and CephFS volumes.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Kubernetes | Kubernetes | >= 1.0.0, <= 1.17.0 |
References
- https://github.com/kubernetes/kubernetes/pull/88684Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/kubernetes/kubernetes/pull/88684Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-11252?
The Kubernetes kube-controller-manager in versions v1.0-v1.17 is vulnerable to a credential leakage via error messages in mount failure logs and events for AzureFile and CephFS volumes.
How severe is CVE-2019-11252?
CVE-2019-11252 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.14% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-11252?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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