Docker
TMA-DOCKER-1.2.2
Ensure that the version of Docker is up to date
Description
Frequent releases for Docker are issued which address security vulnerabilities, resolve product bugs and bring in new functionality. You should keep a tab on these product updates and upgrade as frequently as possible in line with the general IT security policy of your organization. By staying up to date on Docker updates, vulnerabilities in the software can be mitigated. An experienced attacker may be able to exploit known vulnerabilities resulting in them being able to attain inappropriate access ... Reported as a manual review item: the audit needs a site-specific judgement.
How it is checked
Audit method: Manual review
You should execute the command below in order to verify that the Docker version is up to date in line with the requirements of the application you are running. It should be noted that it is not a security requirement to be at the most up to date version, provided the version you are using does not contain any critical or high security vulnerabilities. docker version
How it is fixed
Fix method: Guidance or infrastructure patch
You should monitor versions of Docker releases and make sure your software is updated as required.
Properties
- Operating systems
- Any
- Tags
- dockermanual
- Reference
- CIS Docker Benchmark v1.9.0 - 1.2.2 Ensure that the version of Docker is up to date