CVE-2021-3162
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.17%
Last modified
CVE-2021-3162 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Docker Desktop Community before 2.5.0.0 on macOS mishandles certificate checking, leading to local privilege escalation.. EPSS estimates a 0.17% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Docker Desktop Community before 2.5.0.0 on macOS mishandles certificate checking, leading to local privilege escalation.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Docker | Docker | < 2.5.0.0 |
References
- https://twitter.com/_r3ggiThird Party Advisory
- https://twitter.com/_r3ggiThird Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-3162?
Docker Desktop Community before 2.5.0.0 on macOS mishandles certificate checking, leading to local privilege escalation.
How severe is CVE-2021-3162?
CVE-2021-3162 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.17% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-3162?
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.
How Strix Helps
- How Strix found a critical auth bypass in etcdStrix autonomously discovered a critical authentication bypass in etcd, later designated CVE-2026-33413.
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