CVE-2019-2678 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability has been found in the Core component of Oracle Virtualization's Oracle VM VirtualBox, affecting versions prior to 5.2.28 and 6.0.6. This vulnerability could be exploited by a low privileged attacker, potentially compromising the Oracle VM VirtualBox and leading to unauthorized access to critical data.

Understanding CVE-2019-2678

This CVE identifies a vulnerability in Oracle VM VirtualBox that could allow unauthorized access to critical data.

What is CVE-2019-2678?

CVE-2019-2678 is a security vulnerability in Oracle VM VirtualBox that impacts versions prior to 5.2.28 and 6.0.6. It is classified as an easily exploitable vulnerability with a CVSS 3.0 Base Score of 6.5.

The Impact of CVE-2019-2678

The vulnerability could result in unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all Oracle VM VirtualBox accessible data, specifically affecting confidentiality.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-2678

This section provides technical details of the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows a low privileged attacker with access to compromise Oracle VM VirtualBox, potentially impacting additional products.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: VM VirtualBox
Vendor: Oracle Corporation
Affected Versions:
Prior to 5.2.28
Prior to 6.0.6

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by a low privileged attacker with access to the infrastructure where Oracle VM VirtualBox is executed.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from CVE-2019-2678 with the following steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Oracle VM VirtualBox to version 5.2.28 or 6.0.6 to mitigate the vulnerability.
Monitor and restrict access to the infrastructure where Oracle VM VirtualBox is running.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch Oracle VM VirtualBox to address security vulnerabilities.
Implement strong access controls and user privileges to prevent unauthorized access.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security advisories from Oracle Corporation.
Apply patches and updates promptly to secure your systems.