Vulnerability identifier: #VU67013

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1:

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-35538

CWE-ID: CWE-20

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Oracle VM VirtualBox
Server applications / Virtualization software

Vendor: Oracle

Description

The vulnerability allows a local authenticated user to execute arbitrary code.

The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation within the Core component in Oracle VM VirtualBox. A local authenticated user can exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Oracle VM VirtualBox: 6.1.0 - 6.1.26

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CPE

• cpe:2.3:a:oracle:oracle_vm_virtualbox:6.1.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

External links
http://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpuoct2021.html

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?