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Executive Summary
Wiz Research Finds Critical NVIDIA Container Toolkit, Including Over 35% of Cloud Environments. CVE-2024-0132 is a critical vulnerability identified in the NVIDIA Container Toolkit, specifically in versions 1.16.1 and earlier. This vulnerability is classified as a Time-of-check Time-of-Use (TOCTOU) race condition, which can be exploited to gain unauthorized access to the host file system. The vulnerability has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 9.0, indicating its critical severity. This report provides a comprehensive analysis of CVE-2024-0132, including its impact, affected products, mitigation strategies, and references for further information. It is crucial to address this vulnerability promptly to ensure the security of your systems.
Technical Information
CVE-2024-0132 is a critical vulnerability that affects the NVIDIA Container Toolkit versions 1.16.1 and earlier. The vulnerability is a Time-of-check Time-of-Use (TOCTOU) race condition, which occurs when there is a delay between the time a resource is checked and the time it is used. This delay can be exploited by an attacker to gain unauthorized access to the host file system. The vulnerability is particularly concerning because it can lead to code execution, denial of service, escalation of privileges, information disclosure, and data tampering.
The vulnerability has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 9.0, indicating its critical severity. The vector for this vulnerability is AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H, which means it has a network attack vector, low attack complexity, requires low privileges, requires user interaction, has a changed scope, and has high impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
The NVIDIA Container Toolkit is widely used in various sectors, including technology, finance, healthcare, and government. The vulnerability does not impact use cases where Container Device Interface (CDI) is used. However, for other use cases, a specifically crafted container image can exploit this vulnerability to gain access to the host file system.
The Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for this vulnerability is CWE-367, which refers to Time-of-check Time-of-use (TOCTOU) Race Condition. This type of vulnerability is particularly dangerous because it can be difficult to detect and exploit, making it a prime target for attackers.
Exploitation in the Wild
As of the latest updates, there have been no specific reports of this vulnerability being exploited in the wild. However, given the critical nature of the vulnerability, it is highly recommended to apply the necessary patches immediately. The potential for exploitation is high, and attackers could use this vulnerability to gain unauthorized access to sensitive information, execute arbitrary code, or cause a denial of service.
Indicators of Compromise (IOCs) for this vulnerability include unusual access patterns to the host file system, unexpected changes to container images, and abnormal network traffic. Monitoring for these IOCs can help detect potential exploitation attempts.
APT Groups using this vulnerability
While there have been no confirmed reports of Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) groups exploiting CVE-2024-0132, the critical nature of the vulnerability makes it a likely target for such groups. APT groups often target high-value sectors such as finance, healthcare, and government, and the NVIDIA Container Toolkit is widely used in these sectors. It is essential to remain vigilant and apply the necessary patches to mitigate the risk of exploitation by APT groups.
Affected Product Versions
The following product versions are affected by CVE-2024-0132:
NVIDIA Container Toolkit: All versions up to and including v1.16.1
NVIDIA GPU Operator: All versions up to and including 24.6.1
It is crucial to update these products to the latest versions to mitigate the risk of exploitation.
Workaround and Mitigation
NVIDIA has released updates to address this vulnerability. To protect your systems, install the software updates as described in the installation sections of the NVIDIA Container Toolkit documentation and the NVIDIA GPU Operator documentation. The updated versions are:
NVIDIA Container Toolkit: Update to version 1.16.2
NVIDIA GPU Operator: Update to version 24.6.2
In addition to applying the updates, it is recommended to implement the following best practices:
Regularly monitor and audit container images for any unauthorized changes.
Implement strict access controls to limit the privileges of container users.
Use security tools to scan for vulnerabilities and misconfigurations in container environments.
Stay informed about the latest security updates and advisories from NVIDIA and other relevant sources.
References
For more detailed information about CVE-2024-0132 and the necessary updates, please refer to the following resources:
NVIDIA Security Bulletin: https://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/5582
NVD Entry for CVE-2024-0132: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-0132
Vulners Database Entry: https://vulners.com/cve/CVE-2024-0132
Critical NVIDIA container bug is an 'old school' risk to AI workloads: https://www.thestack.technology/critical-nvidia-container-bug-is-an-old-school-risk-to-ai-workloads/
CVE-2024-0132 - vulnerability database: https://vulners.com/cve/CVE-2024-0132
CVE-2024-0132 (CVSS 9.0): Critical Vulnerabilities Found in NVIDIA Container Toolkit: https://securityonline.info/cve-2024-0132-cvss-9-0-critical-vulnerabilities-found-in-nvidia-container-toolkit/
Wiz: https://www.wiz.io/blog/wiz-research-critical-nvidia-ai-vulnerability
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