CVE-2020-14886: Oracle VirtualBox Shader Bytecode Out-Of-Bounds Read 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 shaderskipunrecognized 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 buffer. 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). The supported version that is affected is Prior to 6.1.16. 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 unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all Oracle VM VirtualBox accessible data. CVSS 3.1 Base Score 6.0 (Confidentiality impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:N/A:N).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID of this Oracle VirtualBox vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID of this Oracle VirtualBox vulnerability is CVE-2020-14886.
What is the title of this vulnerability?
The title of this vulnerability is Oracle VirtualBox Shader Bytecode Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability.
What is the affected software of this vulnerability?
The affected software of this vulnerability is Oracle VirtualBox version up to and excluding 6.1.16.
What is the severity level of this vulnerability?
The severity level of this vulnerability is medium.
How can this vulnerability be exploited?
This vulnerability can be easily exploited by a high privileged attacker with logon to the infrastructure where Oracle VM VirtualBox executes to compromise the system and disclose sensitive information.