CVE-2017-10129: High severity oracle virtualbox vulnerability
Vulnerability in the Oracle VM VirtualBox component of Oracle Virtualization (subcomponent: Core). The supported version that is affected is Prior to 5.1.24. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows low privileged attacker with logon to the infrastructure where Oracle VM VirtualBox executes to compromise Oracle VM VirtualBox. While the vulnerability is in Oracle VM VirtualBox, attacks may significantly impact additional products. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in takeover of Oracle VM VirtualBox. CVSS 3.0 Base Score 8.8 (Confidentiality, Integrity and Availability impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-10129?
CVE-2017-10129 is rated as a critical vulnerability due to its ease of exploitation and potential impact.
How do I fix CVE-2017-10129?
To mitigate CVE-2017-10129, upgrade Oracle VM VirtualBox to version 5.1.24 or later.
What type of attacks does CVE-2017-10129 allow?
CVE-2017-10129 allows low privileged attackers to compromise the host system when Oracle VM VirtualBox is running.
Which versions of Oracle VM VirtualBox are affected by CVE-2017-10129?
CVE-2017-10129 affects Oracle VM VirtualBox versions prior to 5.1.24.
Is there any workaround for CVE-2017-10129?
There are no specific workarounds for CVE-2017-10129 other than upgrading to a patched version.