CVE-2022-2385
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 0.84%
Last modified
CVE-2022-2385 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A security issue was discovered in aws-iam-authenticator where an allow-listed IAM identity may be able to modify their username and escalate privileges.. EPSS estimates a 0.84% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A security issue was discovered in aws-iam-authenticator where an allow-listed IAM identity may be able to modify their username and escalate privileges.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Kubernetes | Aws-Iam-Authenticator | >= 0.5.2, < 0.5.9 |
References
- https://github.com/kubernetes-sigs/aws-iam-authenticator/issues/472Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://groups.google.com/a/kubernetes.io/g/dev/c/EMxHpU-1ZYsIssue Tracking, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/kubernetes-sigs/aws-iam-authenticator/issues/472Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://groups.google.com/a/kubernetes.io/g/dev/c/EMxHpU-1ZYsIssue Tracking, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-2385?
A security issue was discovered in aws-iam-authenticator where an allow-listed IAM identity may be able to modify their username and escalate privileges.
How severe is CVE-2022-2385?
CVE-2022-2385 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.84% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-2385?
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-2022-2385?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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