Kubernetes Catastrophe: Ingress-Nginx Vulnerability Could Spell Disaster for 6,000+ Deployments!
Wiz discovered vulnerabilities in Ingress-Nginx Controllers that could lead to Kubernetes cluster hijacking. With over 6,000 deployments at risk, attackers could execute arbitrary code, accessing cluster secrets. Fixes for these “IngressNightmare” flaws are out, but not everyone updates promptly. So, patch up or risk a Kubernetes calamity.
Hot Take:
Looks like Kubernetes clusters just got a new plot twist! Turns out your friendly neighborhood Ingress-Nginx Controller could be the star of the next big blockbuster: “The Great Cluster Takeover.” With over 6,000 vulnerable deployments, it’s a cyber thriller you don’t want to be caught in. Time to patch up or buckle up for a wild ride!
Key Points:
- Wiz discovered serious vulnerabilities in Ingress-Nginx Controller’s admission controller.
- Potential for remote code execution (RCE) and total Kubernetes cluster takeover.
- More than 6,000 deployments at risk, including those from Fortune 500 companies.
- Five CVEs, dubbed IngressNightmare, with patches issued in March 2025.
- Wiz recommends urgent upgrades or strict network policies as workarounds.
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