CVE-2022-23648: Insecure handling of image volumes in github.com/containerd/containerd
Summary
CVE-2022-23648: containerd CRI plugin: Insecure handling of image volumes in github.com/containerd/containerd. Affects github.com/containerd/containerd across 3 version ranges.
< 1.4.13
>= 1.5.0, < 1.5.10
>= 1.6.0, < 1.6.1
Fixed in 1.4.13, 1.5.10 or 1.6.1, depending on the release line you run. How to fix ↓
Also tracked for
- containerd · Debian:11
The same CVE-2022-23648 is tracked separately for each ecosystem and vendor. Its fix information is the same; the package and affected versions differ.
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Background
github.com/containerd/containerd is a Go package that provides a container runtime for Linux. It is widely used in container orchestration systems and provides functionality for managing containers, images, and volumes. This vulnerability affects versions 0.x, 1.4.13, 1.5.0 - 1.5.10, and 1.6.0 - 1.6.1 of the package.
Vulnerability Detail
The containerd CRI plugin in github.com/containerd/containerd has an insecure handling of image volumes. This vulnerability could allow an attacker to manipulate or access sensitive data within container volumes, potentially leading to unauthorized access or data leakage. The issue originates from a flaw in the handling of image volumes, which can be exploited by an attacker with access to the container runtime environment.
How To Fix
Latest published version: v1.7.36 as of 22 Oct 2026
go get github.com/containerd/containerd@v1.7.36Upgrading to it may include breaking changes; the versions below are the minimum fixed release for this vulnerability.
If you can't move to the latest
The minimum fixed version depends on the release line you run.
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< 1.4.131.4.13go get github.com/containerd/containerd@v1.4.13 -
>= 1.5.0, < 1.5.101.5.10go get github.com/containerd/containerd@v1.5.10 -
>= 1.6.0, < 1.6.11.6.1go get github.com/containerd/containerd@v1.6.1
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Workaround
There is no known workaround for this vulnerability. It is essential to update the package to the fixed versions mentioned above.
Conclusion
The insecure handling of image volumes in github.com/containerd/containerd can lead to unauthorized access or data leakage within container volumes. It is crucial to update the package to the fixed versions mentioned in the 'how_to_fix' section to mitigate this vulnerability.
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FAQ
This vulnerability could allow an attacker to manipulate or access sensitive data within container volumes, potentially leading to unauthorized access or data leakage.
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No, only versions 0.x, 1.4.13, 1.5.0 - 1.5.10, and 1.6.0 - 1.6.1 are affected. It is recommended to update to the fixed versions mentioned in the 'how_to_fix' section.
No, there is no known workaround. It is crucial to update the package to the fixed versions.
No, this vulnerability requires an attacker to have access to the container runtime environment.
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