high CVSS 8.8

CVE-2024-14005·Docker vulnerability

Nagios XI versions prior to 2024R1.2 contain a command injection vulnerability in the Docker Wizard. Insufficient validation of user-supplied input in the wizard allows an authenticated administrator to inject shell metacharacters that are incorporated into backend command invocations. Successful exploitation enables arbitrary command execution with the privileges of the Nagios XI web application user.

Severity
high
Software
Docker
Fixed in
2024
Published
2025-10-30

Affected versions

Until: 2024

Fixed in: 2024

How to fix this CVE

Update Docker to version 2024 or later to patch the command injection flaw in the Docker Wizard component. Administrators should prioritize this update as the vulnerability allows authenticated users to execute arbitrary shell commands with application-level privileges. After updating, verify the installation and review any Docker Wizard configuration changes made during the vulnerable period.

sudo dnf update docker-ce

Defensia detects this vulnerability

WAF mitigation (if patching is not yet possible)

Add this rule to your WAF to block exploitation attempts while you schedule the patch. 

WAF rules should block HTTP requests to Docker Wizard endpoints that contain shell metacharacters (backticks, $(), $(command), ;, |, &, >, <, newline characters) in POST/GET parameters. Implement strict input validation on the Wizard form to reject any non-alphanumeric characters in configuration fields.

How to check if you are affected

  1. Step 1: Check installed Docker version with `docker --version` and compare against the 2024 release baseline
  2. Step 2: Verify if the Docker Wizard component is exposed by checking running containers and deployed services with `docker ps -a` and examining Docker daemon logs
  3. Step 3: Review authentication logs and Docker event logs for suspicious shell metacharacter patterns in wizard input using `docker events --since 30m` and grep for injection-like strings (backticks, $(), pipes, semicolons in unusual contexts)
  4. Step 4: Confirm the patch by reinstalling and running `docker --version` to verify the updated build number matches the 2024 release or later

FAQ

What is CVE-2024-14005?

This vulnerability exists in Docker's Wizard component where insufficient input validation on administrator-supplied data allows shell metacharacters to be injected into backend commands. An authenticated administrator can exploit this to execute arbitrary system commands at the privilege level of the Docker application.

Is CVE-2024-14005 being actively exploited?

No, this vulnerability is not currently listed on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, and no public exploits are widely available. However, the high CVSS score of 8.8 warrants immediate patching.

What versions of Docker are affected by CVE-2024-14005?

All versions of Docker prior to the 2024 release are vulnerable. The exact version boundaries depend on your distribution, but updating to Docker 2024 or later resolves the issue.

How do I check if my server is vulnerable to CVE-2024-14005?

Run `docker --version` and check the version number. If it is earlier than 2024, your installation is vulnerable. Cross-reference your version against the official Docker release notes at https://www.nagios.com/changelog/nagios-xi/

Does Defensia detect CVE-2024-14005?

Yes — Defensia's CVE advisory scanner compares installed package versions against the NVD database. If Docker is installed on a monitored server, CVE-2024-14005 will appear in your dashboard with remediation steps.

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