CVE-2023-0633
CVE-2023-0633 is a high-severity vulnerability in Docker Docker Desktop with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2. 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-88.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.2)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (19th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-88
- Affected product: Docker Docker Desktop
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
In Docker Desktop on Windows before 4.12.0 an argument injection to installer may result in local privilege escalation (LPE).This issue affects Docker Desktop: before 4.12.0.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2023-0633?
- In Docker Desktop on Windows before 4.12.0 an argument injection to installer may result in local privilege escalation (LPE).This issue affects Docker Desktop: before 4.12.0.
- How severe is CVE-2023-0633?
- CVE-2023-0633 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with high attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability none.
- Is CVE-2023-0633 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (19th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2023-0633?
- CVE-2023-0633 affects Docker Docker Desktop. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2023-0633?
- 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-2023-0633 published?
- CVE-2023-0633 was published on 2023-09-25 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:docker:docker_desktop:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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