CVE-2019-2723: (Pwn2Own) Oracle VirtualBox OHCI Integer Overflow Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published Apr 23, 2019
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Updated

This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on vulnerable installations of Oracle VirtualBox. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the handling of virtualized e1000 devices. The issue results from the lack of proper locking when performing operations on an object. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute code in the context of the hypervisor.

Other sources

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 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).

WorkstationThis vulnerability allows local attackers to disclose sensitive information on vulnerable installations of Oracle VirtualBox. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the processing of OHCI data. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in an integer overflow before allocating a buffer. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute code in the context of the hypervisor.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Oracle VirtualBox
Oracle VM VirtualBox<5.2.28
Oracle VM VirtualBox>=6.0.0<6.0.6

Event History

Apr 23, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:16 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:16 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Feb 24, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·05:43 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2019-2723?

CVE-2019-2723 is a vulnerability in the Oracle VM VirtualBox component of Oracle Virtualization that allows a low privileged attacker to disclose information.

2

Which versions of Oracle VirtualBox are affected?

Versions prior to 5.2.28 and prior to 6.0.6 of Oracle VM VirtualBox are affected.

3

How severe is CVE-2019-2723?

CVE-2019-2723 has a severity rating of 8.8 (high).

4

How can I fix CVE-2019-2723?

To fix CVE-2019-2723, it is recommended to update Oracle VM VirtualBox to version 5.2.28 or 6.0.6.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-2723?

More information about CVE-2019-2723 can be found in the Oracle Security Advisory [link](https://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpuapr2019-5072813.html) and the ZeroDayInitiative advisories [link](https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-19-423/) [link](https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-19-424/).

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