What is the vulnerability ID for this Oracle VM VirtualBox vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID for this Oracle VM VirtualBox vulnerability is CVE-2022-21571.

What is the affected software and version for this vulnerability?

The affected software for this vulnerability is Oracle VM VirtualBox version prior to 6.1.36.

What is the severity of CVE-2022-21571?

CVE-2022-21571 has a severity rating of 8.2 (high).

How can this vulnerability be exploited?

This vulnerability can be easily exploited by a high privileged attacker with logon access to the infrastructure where Oracle VM VirtualBox executes.

How can I fix CVE-2022-21571?

To fix CVE-2022-21571, update your Oracle VM VirtualBox to version 6.1.36 or later.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2022-21571

high

8.2

19/7/2022

24/9/2024

CVE-2022-21571

First published: Tue Jul 19 2022(Updated: )

Vulnerability in the Oracle VM VirtualBox product of Oracle Virtualization (component: Core). The supported version that is affected is Prior to 6.1.36. 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 (scope change). Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in takeover of Oracle VM VirtualBox. 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).

Credit: secalert_us@oracle.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Oracle VM VirtualBox	<6.1.36

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https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpujul2022.html

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the vulnerability ID for this Oracle VM VirtualBox vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this Oracle VM VirtualBox vulnerability is CVE-2022-21571.
What is the affected software and version for this vulnerability?
The affected software for this vulnerability is Oracle VM VirtualBox version prior to 6.1.36.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-21571?
CVE-2022-21571 has a severity rating of 8.2 (high).
How can this vulnerability be exploited?
This vulnerability can be easily exploited by a high privileged attacker with logon access to the infrastructure where Oracle VM VirtualBox executes.
How can I fix CVE-2022-21571?
To fix CVE-2022-21571, update your Oracle VM VirtualBox to version 6.1.36 or later.

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