CVE-2017-10028 : Security Advisory and Response

A security flaw has been identified in the BI Publisher component of Oracle Fusion Middleware, specifically affecting version 11.1.1.7.0. This vulnerability can be exploited by an unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP, potentially leading to unauthorized access to critical data and unauthorized modifications.

Understanding CVE-2017-10028

This CVE involves a vulnerability in the BI Publisher component of Oracle Fusion Middleware, impacting version 11.1.1.7.0.

What is CVE-2017-10028?

The vulnerability allows an unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise BI Publisher, potentially resulting in unauthorized data access and modifications.

The Impact of CVE-2017-10028

Successful exploitation can lead to unauthorized access to critical data and complete access to all BI Publisher accessible data.
Unauthorized modification, addition, or deletion of some accessible data is possible.
The vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 Base Score of 8.2, with impacts on confidentiality and integrity.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-10028

This section provides technical details of the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in the BI Publisher component of Oracle Fusion Middleware allows an unauthenticated attacker to compromise the system via HTTP.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: BI Publisher (formerly XML Publisher)
Vendor: Oracle Corporation
Affected Version: 11.1.1.7.0

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by an unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP.
Successful attacks require human interaction from a person other than the attacker.
While the vulnerability is specific to BI Publisher, it may impact additional products significantly.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2017-10028 is crucial to prevent unauthorized access and data compromise.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by Oracle promptly.
Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity.
Restrict network access to critical systems.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch software to address known vulnerabilities.
Implement strong authentication mechanisms to prevent unauthorized access.
Conduct regular security audits and assessments to identify and mitigate potential risks.
Educate users on security best practices to prevent social engineering attacks.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security advisories from Oracle.
Apply patches and updates as soon as they are released to mitigate the vulnerability effectively.