ZDI-26-102: Oracle VirtualBox VMSVGA Out-Of-Bounds Write Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Published Feb 13, 2026
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Updated

This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges 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 7.5. The following CVEs are assigned: CVE-2026-21957.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Oracle VirtualBox

Event History

Feb 13, 2026
Advisory Published
via ZDI·06:00 AM
Data Sourced
via ZDI·06:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of ZDI-26-102?

The severity of ZDI-26-102 is classified as critical due to the potential for privilege escalation.

2

How do I fix ZDI-26-102?

To fix ZDI-26-102, you should update Oracle VirtualBox to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What systems are affected by ZDI-26-102?

ZDI-26-102 affects installations of Oracle VirtualBox that are running on systems where high-privileged code execution is possible.

4

Who can exploit ZDI-26-102?

ZDI-26-102 can be exploited by local attackers who have already gained the ability to execute code on the guest system.

5

What is the potential impact of ZDI-26-102?

The potential impact of ZDI-26-102 is local privilege escalation, allowing attackers to gain higher-level access on affected systems.

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