Vulnerability Description
Vulnerability in the Oracle VM VirtualBox component of Oracle Virtualization (subcomponent: Core). Supported versions that are affected are Prior to 5.1.32 and Prior to 5.2.6. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows low privileged attacker with logon to the infrastructure where Oracle VM VirtualBox executes to compromise Oracle VM VirtualBox. While the vulnerability is in Oracle VM VirtualBox, attacks may significantly impact additional products. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in takeover of Oracle VM VirtualBox. CVSS 3.0 Base Score 8.8 (Confidentiality, Integrity and Availability impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H).
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Oracle | Vm Virtualbox | >= 5.1.0, < 5.1.32 |
References
- http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpujan2018-3236628.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102688Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040202Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/43878/
- http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpujan2018-3236628.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102688Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040202Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/43878/
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-2698?
CVE-2018-2698 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). Vulnerability in the Oracle VM VirtualBox component of Oracle Virtualization (subcomponent: Core). Supported versions that are affected are Prior to 5.1.32 and Prior to 5.2.6. Easily exploitable vulne...
How severe is CVE-2018-2698?
CVE-2018-2698 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2018-2698?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Oracle Vm Virtualbox.