How severe is CVE-2021-44719?

CVE-2021-44719 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.4, 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 none.

Is CVE-2021-44719 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (18th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2021-44719?

CVE-2021-44719 affects Docker Docker Desktop. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2021-44719?

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-2021-44719 published?

CVE-2021-44719 was published on 2022-05-25 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2021-44719

CVE-2021-44719 is a high-severity vulnerability in Docker Docker Desktop with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.4. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.4)
CVSS v2: 6.6
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (18th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Docker Docker Desktop
Published: 2022-05-25
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Docker Desktop 4.3.0 has Incorrect Access Control.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-44719?: Docker Desktop 4.3.0 has Incorrect Access Control.
How severe is CVE-2021-44719?: CVE-2021-44719 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.4, 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 none.
Is CVE-2021-44719 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (18th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2021-44719?: CVE-2021-44719 affects Docker Docker Desktop. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2021-44719?: 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-2021-44719 published?: CVE-2021-44719 was published on 2022-05-25 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:docker:docker_desktop:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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