CVE-2020-29575

CVE-2020-29575 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Docker Elixir Alpine Docker Image with a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

The official elixir Docker images before 1.8.0-alpine (Alpine specific) contain a blank password for a root user. Systems using the elixir Linux Docker container deployed by affected versions of the Docker image may allow a remote attacker to achieve root access with a blank password.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2020-29575?
The official elixir Docker images before 1.8.0-alpine (Alpine specific) contain a blank password for a root user. Systems using the elixir Linux Docker container deployed by affected versions of the Docker image may allow a remote attacker to achieve root access with a blank password.
How severe is CVE-2020-29575?
CVE-2020-29575 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.8, rated critical severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2020-29575 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (85th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2020-29575?
CVE-2020-29575 affects Docker Elixir Alpine Docker Image. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2020-29575?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2020-29575 published?
CVE-2020-29575 was published on 2020-12-08 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)