ZDI-26-259 HIGH 7.8 Published Apr 15, 2026

Docker Desktop cli-plugins Incorrect Permission Assignment Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Docker

This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Docker Desktop for Windows. An attacker must first obtain the ability to escape the container and execute low-privileged code within the Docker Hyper-V VM in order to exploit this vulnerability. The ZDI has assigned a CVSS rating of 7.8.

This site uses cookies essential for authentication and security. No tracking or analytics cookies are used. Privacy Policy