CVE-2026-106581

HIGHCVSS 7.3/10

Last modified

CVE-2026-106581 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.3/10 on the CVSS scale. Before 4.92.0, Docker Desktop for Windows did not verify the signature of a package supplied to Docker Desktop Installer.exe install -package. An attacker able to provide a crafted package and convince a user to approve the Docker-signed UAC prompt could execute attacker-controlled installer actions as LocalSystem..

Description

Before 4.92.0, Docker Desktop for Windows did not verify the signature of a package supplied to Docker Desktop Installer.exe install -package. An attacker able to provide a crafted package and convince a user to approve the Docker-signed UAC prompt could execute attacker-controlled installer actions as LocalSystem.

Metrics

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.

VendorProductVersions
DockerDocker Desktop< 4.92.0

References

Timeline

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Status
Awaiting Analysis

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-106581?
Before 4.92.0, Docker Desktop for Windows did not verify the signature of a package supplied to Docker Desktop Installer.exe install -package. An attacker able to provide a crafted package and convince a user to approve the Docker-signed UAC prompt could execute attacker-controlled installer actions as LocalSystem.
How severe is CVE-2026-106581?
CVE-2026-106581 has a CVSS score of 7.3/10 (HIGH severity).
How do I fix CVE-2026-106581?
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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Source: NVD / NIST