CVE-2017-3538
First published: Mon Apr 24 2017(Updated: )
Vulnerability in the Oracle VM VirtualBox component of Oracle Virtualization (subcomponent: Shared Folder). Supported versions that are affected are Prior to 5.0.34 and Prior to 5.1.16. Difficult to exploit 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 unauthorized creation, deletion or modification access to critical data or all Oracle VM VirtualBox accessible data as well as unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all Oracle VM VirtualBox accessible data. CVSS 3.0 Base Score 7.5 (Confidentiality and Integrity impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:N).
Credit: secalert_us@oracle.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Oracle VM VirtualBox | <=5.0.32 | |
| Oracle VM VirtualBox | =5.1.0 | |
| Oracle VM VirtualBox | =5.1.2 | |
| Oracle VM VirtualBox | =5.1.4 | |
| Oracle VM VirtualBox | =5.1.6 | |
| Oracle VM VirtualBox | =5.1.8 | |
| Oracle VM VirtualBox | =5.1.10 | |
| Oracle VM VirtualBox | =5.1.12 | |
| Oracle VM VirtualBox | =5.1.14 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-3538?
CVE-2017-3538 is classified as a difficult to exploit vulnerability with low privilege access requirements.
How do I fix CVE-2017-3538?
To fix CVE-2017-3538, upgrade Oracle VM VirtualBox to version 5.0.34 or 5.1.16 or later.
Which versions of Oracle VM VirtualBox are affected by CVE-2017-3538?
CVE-2017-3538 affects Oracle VM VirtualBox versions prior to 5.0.34 and 5.1.16.
Can a low privileged attacker exploit CVE-2017-3538?
Yes, a low privileged attacker with logon access to the infrastructure can exploit CVE-2017-3538.
What component of Oracle Virtualization is impacted by CVE-2017-3538?
CVE-2017-3538 impacts the Shared Folder component of Oracle VM VirtualBox.
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- version/oracle vm virtualbox/5.1.12
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