Is CVE-2023-0626 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2023-0626 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2023-0626 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-0626 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-0626?

CVE-2023-0626 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2023-0626

CWE-94Published: September 25, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Docker Desktop before 4.12.0 is vulnerable to RCE via query parameters in message-box route.

This issue affects Docker Desktop: before 4.12.0.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

Docker Desktop versions prior to 4.12.0 are susceptible to remote code execution via query parameters in the message-box route. This critical vulnerability allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code, resulting in a 9.8 CVSS score.

There is no public exploit known for this issue, and it is not tracked in the CISA KEV. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable with low complexity.

Recommended Action

Upgrade Docker Desktop to version 4.12.0 or later to remediate this vulnerability.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2023-0626 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.

A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.