CVE-2026-10609
Openshift/cluster-logging-operator: cluster logging operator creates and forwards serviceaccount tokens without verifying clf creator authorization
Description
A missing authorization flaw was found in the OpenShift Cluster Logging Operator. The operator creates and forwards ServiceAccount tokens to output destinations without verifying that the ClusterLogForwarder creator has permission to use those credentials, allowing a delegated editor to exfiltrate SA tokens and escalate privileges.
INFO
Published Date :
June 23, 2026, 2:17 p.m.
Last Modified :
July 8, 2026, 3:10 p.m.
Remotely Exploit :
Yes !
Source :
[email protected]
Affected Products
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CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS | 134c704f-9b21-4f2e-91b3-4a467353bcc0 | |||||
| CVSS 3.1 | MEDIUM | 53f830b8-0a3f-465b-8143-3b8a9948e749 | ||||
| CVSS 3.1 | MEDIUM | MITRE-CVE | ||||
| CVSS 3.1 | MEDIUM | [email protected] |
Solution
- Update the Cluster Logging Operator to verify creator permissions.
- Restrict ServiceAccount token forwarding to authorized users.
- Implement least privilege for operator interactions.
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
Here, you will find a curated list of external links that provide in-depth
information, practical solutions, and valuable tools related to
CVE-2026-10609.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2026-10609 | Mitigation Vendor Advisory |
| https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2483943 | Issue Tracking Vendor Advisory |
CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration
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Initial Analysis by [email protected]
Jul. 08, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added CPE Configuration OR *cpe:2.3:a:redhat:logging_subsystem_for_red_hat_openshift:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:* *cpe:2.3:a:redhat:cluster_logging_operator:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:* Added Reference Type Red Hat, Inc.: https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2026-10609 Types: Mitigation, Vendor Advisory Added Reference Type Red Hat, Inc.: https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2483943 Types: Issue Tracking, Vendor Advisory -
CVE Modified by 134c704f-9b21-4f2e-91b3-4a467353bcc0
Jun. 23, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added SSVC {'id': 'CVE-2026-10609', 'role': 'CISA Coordinator', 'options': [{'exploitation': 'none'}, {'automatable': 'no'}, {'technicalImpact': 'partial'}], 'version': '2.0.3', 'timestamp': '2026-06-23T13:58:23.388681Z'} -
New CVE Received by [email protected]
Jun. 23, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Affected [{'cpes': ['cpe:/a:redhat:logging:6'], 'vendor': 'Red Hat', 'product': 'Logging Subsystem for Red Hat OpenShift', 'packageName': 'openshift-logging/cluster-logging-rhel9-operator', 'collectionURL': 'https://access.redhat.com/downloads/content/package-browser/', 'defaultStatus': 'affected'}] Added Description A missing authorization flaw was found in the OpenShift Cluster Logging Operator. The operator creates and forwards ServiceAccount tokens to output destinations without verifying that the ClusterLogForwarder creator has permission to use those credentials, allowing a delegated editor to exfiltrate SA tokens and escalate privileges. Added CVSS V3.1 AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:N/A:N Added CWE CWE-862 Added Reference https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2026-10609 Added Reference https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2483943