CVE-2017-7412

CVE-2017-7412 is a high-severity vulnerability in Nixos with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

NixOS 17.03 before 17.03.887 has a world-writable Docker socket, which allows local users to gain privileges by executing docker commands.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-7412?
NixOS 17.03 before 17.03.887 has a world-writable Docker socket, which allows local users to gain privileges by executing docker commands.
How severe is CVE-2017-7412?
CVE-2017-7412 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2017-7412 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (28th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2017-7412?
CVE-2017-7412 affects Nixos. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2017-7412?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2017-7412 published?
CVE-2017-7412 was published on 2017-04-04 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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