CVE-2017-10153 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability has been identified in the Oracle Communications WebRTC Session Controller component of Oracle Communications Applications. This CVE affects versions 7.0, 7.1, and 7.2 of the software, impacting availability with a CVSS 3.0 Base Score of 6.3.

Understanding CVE-2017-10153

This CVE pertains to a vulnerability in the Security (Gson) subcomponent of the Oracle Communications WebRTC Session Controller.

What is CVE-2017-10153?

The vulnerability allows a low-privileged attacker with network access through multiple protocols to compromise the Oracle Communications WebRTC Session Controller. Successful exploitation could lead to unauthorized actions causing system hang or repetitive crashes.

The Impact of CVE-2017-10153

The vulnerability affects versions 7.0, 7.1, and 7.2 of the Oracle Communications WebRTC Session Controller software.
An attacker with low privileges and network access through multiple protocols can potentially compromise the system.
Successful exploitation may result in unauthorized actions causing system hang or repetitive crashes.
Other products may also be significantly affected by potential attacks.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-10153

This section provides more technical insights into the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in the Security (Gson) subcomponent allows attackers to compromise the Oracle Communications WebRTC Session Controller.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Communications WebRTC Session Controller
Vendor: Oracle Corporation
Affected Versions: 7.0, 7.1, 7.2

Exploitation Mechanism

Attacker with low privileges and network access through multiple protocols
Successful exploitation can lead to unauthorized actions causing system hang or repetitive crashes.

Mitigation and Prevention

It is crucial to take immediate steps to mitigate the risks posed by CVE-2017-10153.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by Oracle Corporation.
Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity.
Restrict network access to the vulnerable system.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch software to prevent vulnerabilities.
Conduct security training for employees to enhance awareness.
Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of potential attacks.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security advisories from Oracle Corporation.
Apply patches promptly to secure the system against known vulnerabilities.