CVE-2023-5043
CVSS 3.1 Score 8.8 of 10 (high)
Details
Summary
CVE-2023-5043 is a newly identified vulnerability that affects Ingress nginx. Hackers can exploit this issue by injecting annotations, ultimately leading to arbitrary command execution. This vulnerability poses a significant risk, as it allows unauthorized users to gain control over the affected system, potentially leading to data breaches or other malicious activities. The vulnerability is particularly dangerous in Kubernetes environments, where Ingress nginx is commonly used for configuring external access to applications. To mitigate this risk, it is recommended that users immediately update their Ingress nginx installations to the latest version, which includes the necessary patches to address this vulnerability.
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Affected Products
- Kubernetes Ingress-nginx
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