CVE-2019-2679
First published: Tue Apr 23 2019(Updated: )
Vulnerability in the Oracle VM VirtualBox component of Oracle Virtualization (subcomponent: Core). Supported versions that are affected are Prior to 5.2.28 and prior to 6.0.6. 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 unauthorized ability to cause a hang or frequently repeatable crash (complete DOS) of Oracle VM VirtualBox and unauthorized read access to a subset of Oracle VM VirtualBox accessible data. CVSS 3.0 Base Score 7.3 (Confidentiality and Availability impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:L/I:N/A:H).
Credit: secalert_us@oracle.com secalert_us@oracle.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Oracle VM VirtualBox | <5.2.28 | |
| Oracle VM VirtualBox | >=6.0.0<6.0.6 | |
| <5.2.28 | ||
| >=6.0.0<6.0.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-2679?
CVE-2019-2679 is considered an easily exploitable vulnerability that allows low-privileged attackers access to the system.
How do I fix CVE-2019-2679?
To fix CVE-2019-2679, update Oracle VM VirtualBox to version 5.2.28 or 6.0.6 or later.
Which versions of Oracle VM VirtualBox are affected by CVE-2019-2679?
CVE-2019-2679 affects Oracle VM VirtualBox versions prior to 5.2.28 and prior to 6.0.6.
Who can exploit the vulnerability identified by CVE-2019-2679?
CVE-2019-2679 can be exploited by low-privileged attackers who have logon access to the infrastructure where Oracle VM VirtualBox is installed.
What component of Oracle does CVE-2019-2679 involve?
CVE-2019-2679 involves the Core component of Oracle VM VirtualBox within the Oracle Virtualization product.
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