CVE-2019-2723 : Security Advisory and Response

Oracle VM VirtualBox is vulnerable to a critical security flaw that could allow a low privileged attacker to compromise the system. This CVE affects versions prior to 5.2.28 and 6.0.6.

Understanding CVE-2019-2723

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

What is CVE-2019-2723?

The vulnerability in Oracle VM VirtualBox allows a low privileged attacker with access to compromise the system, potentially leading to a complete takeover of Oracle VM VirtualBox. The CVSS 3.0 base score for this vulnerability is 8.8.

The Impact of CVE-2019-2723

The vulnerability can be exploited by an attacker with access to the infrastructure where Oracle VM VirtualBox is running, posing a significant risk to the system's confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Successful exploitation could result in a complete takeover of Oracle VM VirtualBox, impacting associated products as well.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-2723

Oracle VM VirtualBox vulnerability details.

Vulnerability Description

Vulnerability Type: Easily exploitable
CVSS 3.0 Base Score: 8.8
CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H)

Affected Systems and Versions

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

Exploitation Mechanism

Low privileged attacker with access to the infrastructure can compromise Oracle VM VirtualBox.
Attacks on Oracle VM VirtualBox may impact additional products.
Successful attacks can lead to a complete takeover of Oracle VM VirtualBox.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to mitigate the CVE-2019-2723 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Oracle VM VirtualBox to versions 5.2.28 or 6.0.6 to eliminate the vulnerability.
Monitor system logs for any suspicious activities.
Restrict access to critical infrastructure.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch Oracle VM VirtualBox to address security vulnerabilities.
Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of potential attacks.

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches provided by Oracle Corporation to address the vulnerability.