CVE-2023-1174 [minikube] Network Port exposure in minikube running on macOS using Docker driver

Critical 9.8 Published 24 May 2023 Updated 16 Jan 2025

Attackers can gain unexpected remote access to minikube containers on macOS using the Docker driver due to exposed network ports.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2023-1174?

CVE-2023-1174 is a critical vulnerability in Kubernetes minikube, published on 24 May 2023. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

This vulnerability exposes a network port in minikube running on macOS with Docker driver that could enable unexpected remote access to the minikube container.

Weakness: CWE-266

Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-1174?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Kubernetes Minikube.

How do I fix CVE-2023-1174?

No fix has been published for CVE-2023-1174 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2023-1174 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2023-1174 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-m2f3-h573-39x7.