CVE-2017-3576: High severity Oracle VM VirtualBox vulnerability
Vulnerability in the Oracle VM VirtualBox component of Oracle Virtualization (subcomponent: Core). Supported versions that are affected are Prior to 5.0.38 and Prior to 5.1.20. 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).
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
Oracle VM VirtualBoxto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 5.0.38 - Upgrade
Upgrade
Oracle VM VirtualBoxto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 5.1.20
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-3576?
CVE-2017-3576 is classified as an easily exploitable vulnerability allowing attackers with low privileges to gain unauthorized access.
How do I fix CVE-2017-3576?
To fix CVE-2017-3576, upgrade Oracle VM VirtualBox to version 5.0.38 or later, or version 5.1.20 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2017-3576?
CVE-2017-3576 affects users running Oracle VM VirtualBox versions prior to 5.0.38 and 5.1.20.
What types of systems are vulnerable due to CVE-2017-3576?
Systems using Oracle VM VirtualBox with affected versions are vulnerable due to CVE-2017-3576.
Can CVE-2017-3576 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2017-3576 requires the attacker to have local access to the infrastructure where Oracle VM VirtualBox is hosted.