cyberstrikeus 5.1.9 Minimize access to create persistent volumes (Manual)
Profile Applicability
- Level 1 - Master Node
Description
The ability to create persistent volumes in a cluster can provide an opportunity for privilege escalation, via the creation of hostPath volumes. As persistent volumes are not covered by Pod Security Admission, a user with access to create persistent volumes may be able to get access to sensitive files from the underlying host even where restrictive Pod Security Admission policies are in place.
Rationale
The ability to create persistent volumes in a cluster opens up possibilities for privilege escalation and should be restricted, where possible.
Impact
None
Audit
Review the users who have create access to PersistentVolume objects in the Kubernetes API.
Remediation
Where possible, remove create access to PersistentVolume objects in the cluster.
Default Value
None
References
CIS Controls
| Controls Version | Control | IG 1 | IG 2 | IG 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| v8 | 6.8 Define and Maintain Role-Based Access Control | X | ||
| v7 | 14 Controlled Access Based on the Need to Know |