CVE-2026-28909
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 0.20%
Last modified
CVE-2026-28909 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Users who connect to malicious registries with hostnames matching the bypass patterns will have their registry credentials exposed in plaintext. This issue is fixed in container version 0.12.3.. EPSS estimates a 0.20% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Users who connect to malicious registries with hostnames matching the bypass patterns will have their registry credentials exposed in plaintext. This issue is fixed in container version 0.12.3.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Container | < 0.12.3 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-28909?
Users who connect to malicious registries with hostnames matching the bypass patterns will have their registry credentials exposed in plaintext. This issue is fixed in container version 0.12.3.
How severe is CVE-2026-28909?
CVE-2026-28909 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.20% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-28909?
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
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