CVE-2020-8828 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2020-8828, a vulnerability in Argo CD where the default admin password is set to the argocd-server pod name, potentially leading to privilege escalation. Find out how to mitigate this security risk.
Arbitrary admin password setting vulnerability in Argo CD
Understanding CVE-2020-8828
What is CVE-2020-8828?
CVE-2020-8828 is a vulnerability in Argo CD where the default admin password is set to the argocd-server pod name, potentially leading to privilege escalation.
The Impact of CVE-2020-8828
This vulnerability could be exploited by insiders with access to the cluster or logs, posing a risk of privilege escalation due to Argo CD's privileged roles.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-8828
Vulnerability Description
The default admin password in Argo CD is set to the argocd-server pod name, creating a security risk for privilege escalation.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Not applicable
- Vendor: Not applicable
- Versions: All versions up to v1.5.0
Exploitation Mechanism
- Malicious insiders with access to the cluster or logs could abuse this issue for privilege escalation.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Change the default admin password immediately.
- Restrict access to the cluster and logs to authorized personnel only.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly review and update access controls and permissions.
- Implement strong password policies and consider multi-factor authentication.
Patching and Updates
- Update Argo CD to version v1.5.1 or newer to mitigate this vulnerability.