CVE-2026-23742
Zalando Skipper code injection
- Published16 Jan 2026
Description
Skipper is an HTTP router and reverse proxy for service composition. The default skipper configuration before 0.23.0 was -lua-sources=inline,file. The problem starts if untrusted users can create lua filters, because of -lua-sources=inline , for example through a Kubernetes Ingress resource. The configuration inline allows these user to create a script that is able to read the filesystem accessible to the skipper process and if the user has access to read the logs, they an read skipper secrets. This vulnerability is fixed in 0.23.0.
CVSS 3.1 breakdown
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HAffected products
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Frequently asked
Is CVE-2026-23742 being actively exploited?
CVE-2026-23742 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. A public exploit reference exists, so treat it as exploitable. Its EPSS exploit probability is 0.52%.
How severe is CVE-2026-23742?
CVE-2026-23742 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8, rated high. EPSS estimates a 0.52% probability of exploitation.
Which products are affected by CVE-2026-23742?
Affected products include Zalando Skipper.
How do I fix CVE-2026-23742?
Upgrade affected software to a fixed version, for example Zalando Skipper 0.23.0 or later, then confirm no affected versions remain in your inventory.
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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.