CVE-2018-1197
CVE-2018-1197 is a high-severity vulnerability in Pivotal Software Windows Stemcells with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-732.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.5)
- CVSS v2: 6.0
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (47th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-732
- Affected product: Pivotal Software Windows Stemcells
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- Last modified:
Description
In Windows Stemcells versions prior to 1200.14, apps running inside containers in Windows on Google Cloud Platform are able to access the metadata endpoint. A malicious developer could use this access to gain privileged credentials.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2018-1197?
- In Windows Stemcells versions prior to 1200.14, apps running inside containers in Windows on Google Cloud Platform are able to access the metadata endpoint. A malicious developer could use this access to gain privileged credentials.
- How severe is CVE-2018-1197?
- CVE-2018-1197 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with high attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2018-1197 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (47th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2018-1197?
- CVE-2018-1197 affects Pivotal Software Windows Stemcells. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2018-1197?
- 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-2018-1197 published?
- CVE-2018-1197 was published on 2018-03-19 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:pivotal_software:windows_stemcells:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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