How to detect CVE-2019-14287 using Falco
Blog post from Sysdig
CVE-2019-14287 is a high-severity vulnerability in the sudo command, allowing users to execute commands as root under certain configurations, specifically when sudoers files permit command execution with an arbitrary user ID. Despite being a local attack requiring specific conditions, its exploitation could lead to significant security breaches. Falco, an open-source project for intrusion detection, can be utilized to detect attempts to exploit this vulnerability by employing customizable rules to monitor abnormal behaviors. Falco provides notifications for detected exploit attempts, which can be integrated into logging systems and security information and event management (SIEM) platforms. Sysdig Secure enhances Falco's capabilities by offering comprehensive security features, including threat blocking, automated policy management, and real-time reaction to exploit attempts in Kubernetes environments, ensuring continuous protection and compliance across the DevOps lifecycle.