Logging operator has Fluentd configuration injection that allows remote code execution

Date Jul 29, 2026
Type Vendor advisory
Signal High-risk advisory
Vendor / Product Go ยท github.com/kube-logging/logging-operator
CVE CVE-2026-54680
High-risk advisory CVE-2026-54680

Summary

Logging operator has Fluentd configuration injection that allows remote code execution

Why it matters

GitHub has published a reviewed security advisory for github.com/kube-logging/logging-operator. Prioritize it with other application dependency updates.

Operator check

Check whether github.com/kube-logging/logging-operator is present in application dependency manifests, lockfiles, or build images. Review the GitHub advisory and upgrade to a patched version where available.

Sources

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