Incorrect default permissions in OpenShift Container Platform for Windows Containers 9.0

1) Incorrect default permissions

EUVDB-ID: #VU96953

Risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 3.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-5321

CWE-ID: CWE-276 - Incorrect Default Permissions

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to sensitive information or alter container logs

The vulnerability exists due to incorrect default permissions in Kubernetes clusters with Windows nodes. A local user with access to the system can view and modify contents of the container logs.

Mitigation

Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

OpenShift Container Platform for Windows Containers: before 9.0.3

External links

http://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2024:6460

Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.