CVE-2018-2676: High severity oracle virtualbox vulnerability
Vulnerability in the Oracle VM VirtualBox component of Oracle Virtualization (subcomponent: Core). Supported versions that are affected are Prior to 5.1.32 and Prior to 5.2.6. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows high 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 8.2 (Confidentiality, Integrity and Availability impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-2676?
CVE-2018-2676 is considered easily exploitable and can allow a high privileged attacker unauthorized access.
How do I fix CVE-2018-2676?
To fix CVE-2018-2676, upgrade Oracle VM VirtualBox to versions 5.1.32 or 5.2.6 or later.
Which versions of Oracle VM VirtualBox are affected by CVE-2018-2676?
CVE-2018-2676 affects Oracle VM VirtualBox versions prior to 5.1.32 and prior to 5.2.6.
What components are affected by CVE-2018-2676?
CVE-2018-2676 impacts the Core component of the Oracle VM VirtualBox.
Can CVE-2018-2676 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2018-2676 requires local access to the infrastructure making it less favorable for remote exploitation.