Improper input validation in Kubernetes Ingress-nginx

CVE-2026-3288

A security issue was discovered in ingress-nginx where the `nginx.ingress.kubernetes.io/rewrite-target` Ingress annotation can be used to inject configuration into nginx. This can lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the ingr…

Vulnerability class: Drupalgeddon 2 (CVE-2018-7600)

EPSS: 0.000 (15.8th percentile) — read the EPSS interpretation.

CVSS v3 metric

CVSS v3 base score 8.8 (High). Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H.

Affected products

Weakness classification (CWE)

Public proof-of-concept exploits

References

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-3288?
CVE-2026-3288 is a high-severity vulnerability in Kubernetes Ingress-nginx, classified under Improper Input Validation. CVSS score: 8.8/10. Published 2026-03-09.
How severe is CVE-2026-3288?
High severity. CVSS v3 base score is 8.8 out of 10.
Is CVE-2026-3288 known to be exploited?
2 public proof-of-concept repositories are indexed. Not currently listed in the CISA KEV catalog.