SB2026012140 - Astronomer with IBM update for Kubernetes 



SB2026012140 - Astronomer with IBM update for Kubernetes

Published: January 21, 2026

Security Bulletin ID SB2026012140
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Incorrect authorization (CVE-ID: CVE-2025-5187)

The vulnerability allows a node user to escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to incorrect authorization in the NodeRestriction admission controller. A node user can delete and then recreate its node object with modified taints or labels.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.