CVE-2020-14675 : What You Need to Know

A vulnerability in Oracle VM VirtualBox could allow a high privileged attacker to compromise the system, impacting confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

Understanding CVE-2020-14675

This CVE identifies a vulnerability in Oracle VM VirtualBox that could lead to a takeover of the system.

What is CVE-2020-14675?

The vulnerability in Oracle VM VirtualBox allows a high privileged attacker to compromise the system, potentially impacting additional products.

The Impact of CVE-2020-14675

The vulnerability could result in a takeover of Oracle VM VirtualBox
Attacks may impact other products
CVSS 3.1 Base Score: 7.5 (Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability impacts)

Technical Details of CVE-2020-14675

This section provides technical details of the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in Oracle VM VirtualBox allows a high privileged attacker with logon access to compromise the system, potentially impacting additional products.

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected versions: Prior to 5.2.44, prior to 6.0.24, and prior to 6.1.12
Product: VM VirtualBox
Vendor: Oracle Corporation

Exploitation Mechanism

Attack Complexity: High
Attack Vector: Local
Privileges Required: High
User Interaction: None
Scope: Changed

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2020-14675 is crucial for maintaining security.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Oracle VM VirtualBox to versions 5.2.44, 6.0.24, or 6.1.12
Monitor for any unusual activities on the system
Implement strong access controls

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software and security patches
Conduct security assessments and audits
Educate users on security best practices

Patching and Updates

Apply patches provided by Oracle Corporation
Stay informed about security alerts and advisories