CVE-2021-25738
MEDIUMCVSS 6.7/10EPSS 0.46%
Last modified
CVE-2021-25738 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.7/10 on the CVSS scale. Loading specially-crafted yaml with the Kubernetes Java Client library can lead to code execution.. EPSS estimates a 0.46% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Loading specially-crafted yaml with the Kubernetes Java Client library can lead to code execution.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Kubernetes | Java | <= 9.0.2 |
| Kubernetes | Java | >= 10.0.0, <= 10.0.1 |
| Kubernetes | Java | >= 11.0.0, < 11.0.1 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2022/08/23/2Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/kubernetes-client/java/issues/1698Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://groups.google.com/g/kubernetes-security-announce/c/K_pOK2WbAJkMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2022/08/23/2Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/kubernetes-client/java/issues/1698Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://groups.google.com/g/kubernetes-security-announce/c/K_pOK2WbAJkMailing List, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-25738?
Loading specially-crafted yaml with the Kubernetes Java Client library can lead to code execution.
How severe is CVE-2021-25738?
CVE-2021-25738 has a CVSS score of 6.7/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.46% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-25738?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2021-25738?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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