CVE-2020-14648: Oracle VirtualBox LsiLogicSCSI Time-Of-Check Time-Of-Use Information Disclosure Vulnerability
This vulnerability allows local attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of Oracle VirtualBox. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute high-privileged code on the target guest system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the lsilogicRegisterWrite function. The issue results from the lack of proper locking when performing operations on an object. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute code in the context of the hypervisor.
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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. Difficult to exploit 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 unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all Oracle VM VirtualBox accessible data. CVSS 3.1 Base Score 5.3 (Confidentiality impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:H/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:N/A:N).
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What is Oracle VirtualBox LsiLogicSCSI Time-Of-Check Time-Of-Use Information Disclosure Vulnerability?
It is a vulnerability in the Oracle VM VirtualBox product that allows a high privileged attacker to access sensitive information.
Which versions of Oracle VirtualBox are affected by CVE-2020-14648?
Prior to 5.2.44, prior to 6.0.24, and prior to 6.1.12 are affected.
How severe is the vulnerability CVE-2020-14648?
The severity of this vulnerability is medium with a CVSS score of 5.3.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2020-14648?
An attacker with high privileges and logon access to the infrastructure can exploit this vulnerability.
Is there a patch available for CVE-2020-14648?
Yes, patches to address this vulnerability have been released. Please refer to the Oracle security advisory for more information.