CVE-2017-10128 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability has been identified in the General subcomponent of Oracle Hospitality Applications, specifically affecting the Hospitality WebSuite8 Cloud Service versions 8.9.6 and 8.10.x. This vulnerability can be exploited by an attacker with network access through HTTP, potentially compromising the service.

Understanding CVE-2017-10128

This CVE involves a security flaw in the Hospitality WebSuite8 Cloud Service component of Oracle Hospitality Applications.

What is CVE-2017-10128?

The vulnerability allows an unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise the Hospitality WebSuite8 Cloud Service. Successful exploitation may lead to unauthorized data access and modification.

The Impact of CVE-2017-10128

Successful attacks could result in unauthorized access, modification, or deletion of data within the Hospitality WebSuite8 Cloud Service.
The vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 Base Score of 6.1, affecting both confidentiality and integrity.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-10128

This section provides more technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in Hospitality WebSuite8 Cloud Service allows unauthorized access and modification of data through HTTP.

Affected Systems and Versions

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

Exploitation Mechanism

Attacker requires network access via HTTP
Successful attacks involve human interaction from a third party
Impacts may extend to other related products

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2017-10128 is crucial for maintaining security.

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 all software components
Conduct security training for employees to prevent social engineering attacks

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security advisories from Oracle
Implement a robust patch management process to address vulnerabilities promptly