CVE-2025-14740 describes multiple incorrect permission assignment vulnerabilities in the Docker Desktop for Windows installer, specifically concerning the C:\ProgramData\DockerDesktop directory. These flaws allow a low-privileged attacker to achieve arbitrary code execution by tampering with critical configuration files like install-settings.json. The vulnerability is rated Medium severity (CVSS 6.7) due to its local attack vector, high attack complexity, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. There is currently no evidence of active exploitation, public exploit code, or significant community discussion surrounding this CVE.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
>= 0, <= 4.56.0CPE match | cpe:2.3:a:docker:docker_desktop:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 3.1
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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