What is the severity of ZDI-24-1414?

ZDI-24-1414 has a high severity rating due to the risk of local attackers disclosing sensitive information.

How do I fix ZDI-24-1414?

To fix ZDI-24-1414, users should ensure they are running the latest version of Oracle VirtualBox with the necessary security patches applied.

Who is affected by ZDI-24-1414?

ZDI-24-1414 affects installations of Oracle VirtualBox where an attacker can execute high-privileged code on the guest system.

What type of attack does ZDI-24-1414 enable?

ZDI-24-1414 enables local attackers to disclose sensitive information from the affected Oracle VirtualBox installations.

Is remote access required to exploit ZDI-24-1414?

No, remote access is not required to exploit ZDI-24-1414; the attacker must have local access to execute high-privileged code.

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ZDI-24-1414

17/10/2024

ZDI-24-1414: Oracle VirtualBox BusLogic Uninitialized Memory Information Disclosure Vulnerability

First published: Thu Oct 17 2024(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 high-privileged code on the target guest system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The ZDI has assigned a CVSS rating of 6.0. The following CVEs are assigned: CVE-2024-21273.

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Oracle VM VirtualBox

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Reference Links

http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-1414/ (Advisory)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of ZDI-24-1414?
ZDI-24-1414 has a high severity rating due to the risk of local attackers disclosing sensitive information.
How do I fix ZDI-24-1414?
To fix ZDI-24-1414, users should ensure they are running the latest version of Oracle VirtualBox with the necessary security patches applied.
Who is affected by ZDI-24-1414?
ZDI-24-1414 affects installations of Oracle VirtualBox where an attacker can execute high-privileged code on the guest system.
What type of attack does ZDI-24-1414 enable?
ZDI-24-1414 enables local attackers to disclose sensitive information from the affected Oracle VirtualBox installations.
Is remote access required to exploit ZDI-24-1414?
No, remote access is not required to exploit ZDI-24-1414; the attacker must have local access to execute high-privileged code.

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