SB2020052719 - Privilege escalation in Docker Desktop for Windows
Published: May 27, 2020
Security Bulletin ID
SB2020052719
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Local access
Highest impact
Code execution
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Permissions, Privileges, and Access Controls (CVE-ID: CVE-2020-11492)
The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to application handles inter process communications. A local privileged user can run a specially crafted application and escalate privileges on the system.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.