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- ZDI-24-414
ZDI-24-414: (Pwn2Own) Oracle VirtualBox AHCI Controller Uninitialized Memory Information Disclosure Vulnerability
First published: Fri Apr 26 2024(Updated: )
This vulnerability allows remote 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-2024-21112.
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Oracle VM VirtualBox |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of ZDI-24-414?
ZDI-24-414 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for sensitive information disclosure.
How do I fix ZDI-24-414?
To mitigate ZDI-24-414, ensure that you apply the latest security patches provided by Oracle for VirtualBox.
Who is affected by ZDI-24-414?
ZDI-24-414 affects installations of Oracle VirtualBox that allow high-privileged code execution.
What type of attacks can exploit ZDI-24-414?
Remote attackers can exploit ZDI-24-414 to disclose sensitive information if they gain high-privileged code execution on the target guest system.
Is there a workaround for ZDI-24-414?
Currently, there are no known workarounds for ZDI-24-414, so applying patches is the recommended course of action.
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