CVE-2023-0628

CVE-2023-0628 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Docker Docker Desktop with a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.1. 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-77.

Key facts

Description

Docker Desktop before 4.17.0 allows an attacker to execute an arbitrary command inside a Dev Environments container during initialization by tricking a user to open a crafted malicious docker-desktop:// URL.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-0628?
Docker Desktop before 4.17.0 allows an attacker to execute an arbitrary command inside a Dev Environments container during initialization by tricking a user to open a crafted malicious docker-desktop:// URL.
How severe is CVE-2023-0628?
CVE-2023-0628 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.1, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2023-0628 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-2023-0628?
CVE-2023-0628 affects Docker Docker Desktop. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2023-0628?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2023-0628 published?
CVE-2023-0628 was published on 2023-03-13 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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