CVE-2018-2686: 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 unauthenticated attacker with logon to the infrastructure where Oracle VM VirtualBox executes to compromise Oracle VM VirtualBox. Successful attacks require human interaction from a person other than the attacker and 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 8.6 (Confidentiality, Integrity and Availability impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-2686?
CVE-2018-2686 has been classified as an easily exploitable vulnerability that allows unauthorized access to systems running affected versions.
How do I fix CVE-2018-2686?
To remediate CVE-2018-2686, upgrade Oracle VM VirtualBox to version 5.1.32 or later, or to version 5.2.6 or later.
What versions are affected by CVE-2018-2686?
CVE-2018-2686 affects Oracle VM VirtualBox versions prior to 5.1.32 and prior to 5.2.6.
Can CVE-2018-2686 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2018-2686 can be exploited by an unauthenticated attacker with access to the infrastructure where Oracle VM VirtualBox is running.
What components does CVE-2018-2686 affect?
CVE-2018-2686 affects the Core component of Oracle VM VirtualBox.