CVE-2019-2848 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability in the Core component of Oracle Virtualization, specifically in Oracle VM VirtualBox, can lead to unauthorized actions causing system hang or crashes, resulting in a denial of service. Attackers with low privileges can exploit this vulnerability, impacting system availability.

Understanding CVE-2019-2848

This CVE affects Oracle VM VirtualBox versions prior to 5.2.32 and 6.0.10.

What is CVE-2019-2848?

Vulnerability in Oracle VM VirtualBox component of Oracle Virtualization
Impact: Unauthorized actions leading to system hang or crashes

The Impact of CVE-2019-2848

Attackers with low privileges can compromise Oracle VM VirtualBox
Potential impact on other products
CVSS 3.0 Base Score: 6.5 (significant impact on system availability)

Technical Details of CVE-2019-2848

This section provides technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

Easily exploitable vulnerability in Oracle VM VirtualBox
Allows attackers to compromise the system

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected versions: < 5.2.32, < 6.0.10
Oracle VM VirtualBox

Exploitation Mechanism

Low privileged attacker with access to infrastructure can exploit the vulnerability
Potential impact on additional products

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from CVE-2019-2848 with these steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Oracle VM VirtualBox to versions 5.2.32 or 6.0.10
Monitor system for any unauthorized actions

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software and security patches
Implement least privilege access controls

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches promptly
Stay informed about security advisories