CVE-2020-14628: Oracle VirtualBox Guest Additions Unnecessary Privileges Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Published Jul 15, 2020
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Updated

This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected 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 Guest Additions toolset. The issue results from the use of unnecessary privileges when performing service operations. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute code in the context of SYSTEM.

Other sources

Vulnerability in the Oracle VM VirtualBox product of Oracle Virtualization (component: Core). Supported versions that are affected are Prior to 5.2.44, prior to 6.0.24 and prior to 6.1.12. 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. Note: The CVE-2020-14628 is applicable to Windows VM only. CVSS 3.1 Base Score 8.2 (Confidentiality, Integrity and Availability impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H).

Affected Software

6 affected components
Oracle VirtualBox
Oracle VM VirtualBox<5.2.44
Oracle VM VirtualBox>=6.0.0<6.0.24
Oracle VM VirtualBox>=6.1.0<6.1.12
openSUSE Leap=15.1
openSUSE Leap=15.2

Event History

Jul 15, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:34 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:34 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Feb 24, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·05:43 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-14628?

CVE-2020-14628 has a high severity level due to its potential for privilege escalation on vulnerable Oracle VirtualBox installations.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-14628?

To fix CVE-2020-14628, update your Oracle VirtualBox to the latest version to mitigate the vulnerability.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2020-14628?

CVE-2020-14628 affects Oracle VirtualBox versions up to 5.2.44 and certain versions between 6.0.0 and 6.0.24, as well as 6.1.0 to 6.1.12.

4

Can CVE-2020-14628 be exploited remotely?

No, CVE-2020-14628 requires local access to the system to exploit the privilege escalation vulnerability.

5

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2020-14628?

The potential impacts of CVE-2020-14628 include unauthorized system access and control, allowing attackers to execute sensitive operations.

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