CVE-2019-3026: Oracle VirtualBox VMSVGA Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published Oct 16, 2019
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Updated

This vulnerability allows local attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of Oracle VirtualBox. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target guest system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the vmsvgaFIFOLoop function. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a read past the end of an allocated object. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute code in the context of the hypervisor.

Other sources

Vulnerability in the Oracle VM VirtualBox product of Oracle Virtualization (component: Core). Supported versions that are affected are Prior to 5.2.34 and prior to 6.0.14. 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 access to critical data or complete access to all Oracle VM VirtualBox accessible data. CVSS 3.0 Base Score 6.5 (Confidentiality impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:N/A:N).

Affected Software

3 affected components
Oracle VirtualBox
Oracle VM VirtualBox>=5.2.0<5.2.34
Oracle VM VirtualBox>=6.0.0<6.0.14

Event History

Oct 16, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:40 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:40 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Feb 24, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·05:43 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2019-3026?

CVE-2019-3026 is a vulnerability in the Oracle VM VirtualBox product that allows a low privileged attacker with logon access to disclose information.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2019-3026?

The severity of CVE-2019-3026 is medium with a CVSS score of 6.5.

3

Which versions of Oracle VirtualBox are affected by CVE-2019-3026?

Versions prior to 5.2.34 and prior to 6.0.14 of Oracle VirtualBox are affected by CVE-2019-3026.

4

How can a low privileged attacker exploit CVE-2019-3026?

A low privileged attacker with logon access can exploit CVE-2019-3026 to perform an out-of-bounds read and disclose information.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-3026?

You can find more information about CVE-2019-3026 on the Oracle Security Alerts website, Zero Day Initiative advisories, and Oracle's security advisory page.

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