Docker Agent read_skill Missing Authorization Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

November 13th, 2026
ZDI-26-959 ZDI-CAN-31929

CVE ID

CVSS Score

7.8 AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Affected Vendors

Docker

Affected Products

Agent

Vulnerability Details

This vulnerability allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Docker Agent. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.

The specific flaw exists within the read_skill tool. The issue results from the lack of authorization prior to allowing access to functionality. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current user.

Additional Details

Docker has issued an update to correct this vulnerability. More details can be found at:
https://github.com/docker/docker-agent/security/advisories/GHSA-8f6v-26r8-3r4h

Disclosure Timeline

  • 2026-08-26 - Vulnerability reported to vendor
  • 2026-11-13 - Coordinated public release of advisory
  • 2026-11-13 - Advisory Updated

Credit

chwrld (@chwrld24)

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