Only 1 in 10 Docker Hub Images Fully Updated, Kaspersky Study Finds

An analysis conducted using Kaspersky Container Security has revealed that only 1 out of every 10 Docker Hub images analysed, including those with 10,000 to 1 million downloads, was fully up to date. Experts warn that aside from software vulnerabilities and the compromise of upda..

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A recent study by Kaspersky reveals a significant security gap in Docker Hub, with only 1 in 10 images being fully updated, exposing users to substantial risks.

Kaspersky Container Security analysis found that nearly 64% of popular Docker Hub images contain critical vulnerabilities.
Common risks include insecure credential handling, privilege escalation, and a lack of integrity checks.
Despite millions of monthly image pulls, the widespread use of outdated and vulnerable container images poses a serious threat to infrastructure and data.