CVE-2019-2690 : What You Need to Know

A security vulnerability has been identified in Oracle VM VirtualBox, affecting versions prior to 5.2.28 and 6.0.6. This vulnerability could allow attackers to compromise the software, potentially leading to a complete takeover.

Understanding CVE-2019-2690

This CVE pertains to a security issue in the Oracle VM VirtualBox component of Oracle Virtualization, specifically in the Core subcomponent.

What is CVE-2019-2690?

CVE-2019-2690 is a vulnerability in Oracle VM VirtualBox that impacts versions prior to 5.2.28 and 6.0.6. It is classified as a difficult vulnerability to exploit but could enable a low privileged attacker to compromise the software.

The Impact of CVE-2019-2690

Successful exploitation could result in a complete takeover of Oracle VM VirtualBox, affecting confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
The vulnerability, although within Oracle VM VirtualBox, could have significant impacts on other related products.
The CVSS 3.0 Base Score for this vulnerability is 7.8, indicating a high severity level.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-2690

This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows a low privileged attacker with access to the infrastructure where Oracle VM VirtualBox is running to compromise the software.

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected versions include those prior to 5.2.28 and 6.0.6 of Oracle VM VirtualBox.

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability is difficult to exploit but could lead to a complete takeover of Oracle VM VirtualBox.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2019-2690 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

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

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch Oracle VM VirtualBox to address security vulnerabilities.
Implement strong access controls and authentication mechanisms to prevent unauthorized access.
Conduct regular security assessments and audits to identify and address potential risks.

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches provided by Oracle to address CVE-2019-2690 and other known vulnerabilities.