CVE-2017-10064 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

A vulnerability in the General subcomponent of Oracle Hospitality Applications' Cloud Service, Hospitality WebSuite8, affects versions 8.9.6 and 8.10.x. Attackers can exploit this vulnerability via network access through HTTP, potentially compromising the service and allowing unauthorized data access.

Understanding CVE-2017-10064

This CVE involves a security flaw in Oracle's Hospitality WebSuite8 Cloud Service, impacting versions 8.9.6 and 8.10.x.

What is CVE-2017-10064?

The vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to compromise the Hospitality WebSuite8 Cloud Service through network access, potentially leading to unauthorized data manipulation and access.

The Impact of CVE-2017-10064

Successful exploitation can result in unauthorized data modifications, additions, or deletions within the affected service.
Attackers can gain unauthorized access to read certain data within the Hospitality WebSuite8 Cloud Service.
The CVSS 3.0 Base Score for this vulnerability is 6.1, with impacts on confidentiality and integrity.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-10064

This section provides more technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in the Hospitality WebSuite8 Cloud Service allows attackers to compromise the service through network access, potentially impacting data confidentiality and integrity.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Hospitality WebSuite8 Cloud Service
Vendor: Oracle Corporation
Affected Versions: 8.9.6, 8.10.x

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers exploit the vulnerability via network access using HTTP.
Successful attacks require human interaction from a person other than the attacker.
The vulnerability may also impact additional products beyond Hospitality WebSuite8 Cloud Service.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2017-10064 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.

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

Conduct regular security assessments and audits.
Educate users on safe browsing habits and security best practices.
Implement access controls and least privilege principles.

Patching and Updates

Regularly check for security updates and patches from Oracle.
Ensure timely application of patches to mitigate known vulnerabilities.