Advisory Published

ZDI-CAN-23787: 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 SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Oracle VM VirtualBox

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-23787?

    The severity of ZDI-CAN-23787 is considered high due to its potential to allow remote attackers to disclose sensitive information.

  • How do I fix ZDI-CAN-23787?

    To fix ZDI-CAN-23787, update Oracle VirtualBox to the latest version that includes security patches addressing this vulnerability.

  • What types of attacks can ZDI-CAN-23787 facilitate?

    ZDI-CAN-23787 can facilitate remote information disclosure attacks if an attacker has executed high-privileged code on the target guest system.

  • Which versions of Oracle VirtualBox are affected by ZDI-CAN-23787?

    All supported versions of Oracle VirtualBox that do not have the security updates addressing ZDI-CAN-23787 are potentially affected.

  • What should I do if I cannot immediately update to fix ZDI-CAN-23787?

    If immediate updates are not possible, it is recommended to limit access to affected guest systems and monitor for unauthorized access.

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