CVE-2018-2688 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2018-2688 impacting Oracle VM VirtualBox versions < 5.1.32 and < 5.2.6. Find out the high impact of this vulnerability and steps to mitigate the risk.
A vulnerability in Oracle Virtualization's Oracle VM VirtualBox has been identified, impacting versions prior to 5.1.32 and 5.2.6.
Understanding CVE-2018-2688
What is CVE-2018-2688?
The vulnerability in the Core component of Oracle VM VirtualBox allows an unauthenticated attacker to compromise the system, potentially leading to a takeover.
The Impact of CVE-2018-2688
The vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 Base Score of 8.6, indicating a high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-2688
Vulnerability Description
- Vulnerability in Oracle VM VirtualBox allows unauthorized access
- Attackers can compromise the system without authentication
Affected Systems and Versions
- Affected versions: < 5.1.32, < 5.2.6
- Products impacted: VM VirtualBox by Oracle Corporation
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attacker needs access to the infrastructure where Oracle VM VirtualBox is running
- Requires interaction from another person to exploit the system
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update Oracle VM VirtualBox to versions 5.1.32 or 5.2.6
- Monitor system for any unauthorized access
Long-Term Security Practices
- Implement strong authentication measures
- Regularly update and patch software
Patching and Updates
- Apply security patches provided by Oracle Corporation