CVE-2016-9223

Critical

Published: 26/12/2016(UTC)Translated: 14/06/2026(UTC)NVD NIST

Summary

A vulnerability in the Docker Engine configuration of Cisco CloudCenter Orchestrator (CCO) could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to install Docker containers with high privileges on the affected system.

Risk Assessment

The organization may be exposed to unauthorized access and potential takeover of the system, leading to serious security implications.

Recommendation

It is recommended to close TCP port 2375 for the Docker Engine or restrict its access to trusted IP addresses.

Original NVD description (English source)

A vulnerability in the Docker Engine configuration of Cisco CloudCenter Orchestrator (CCO; formerly CliQr) could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to install Docker containers with high privileges on the affected system. Affected Products: This vulnerability affect all releases of Cisco CloudCenter Orchestrator (CCO) deployments where the Docker Engine TCP port 2375 is open on the system and bound to local address 0.0.0.0 (any interface).