CVE-2017-10164 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

An issue has been identified in the PeopleSoft Enterprise FSCM component of Oracle PeopleSoft Products, specifically in the Staffing Front Office subcomponent. This vulnerability affects version 9.2, allowing unauthorized access to a subset of data accessible in PeopleSoft Enterprise FSCM.

Understanding CVE-2017-10164

This CVE involves a vulnerability in the PeopleSoft Enterprise FSCM component of Oracle PeopleSoft Products, impacting version 9.2.

What is CVE-2017-10164?

Vulnerability in PeopleSoft Enterprise FSCM component, affecting version 9.2
Allows unauthorized access to a subset of data in PeopleSoft Enterprise FSCM
Exploitable by a low privileged attacker with network access via HTTP

The Impact of CVE-2017-10164

Confidentiality of data is compromised with a CVSS 3.0 Base Score of 4.3
Successful exploitation can lead to unauthorized read access to PeopleSoft Enterprise FSCM data

Technical Details of CVE-2017-10164

This section provides technical details of the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

Vulnerability in PeopleSoft Enterprise FSCM component, affecting version 9.2
Allows unauthorized access to a subset of data in PeopleSoft Enterprise FSCM

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: PeopleSoft Enterprise FIN Staffing Front Office
Vendor: Oracle Corporation
Affected Version: 9.2

Exploitation Mechanism

Low privileged attacker with network access via HTTP can exploit the vulnerability
Successful attacks can result in unauthorized read access to PeopleSoft Enterprise FSCM data

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2017-10164 is crucial for maintaining security.

Immediate Steps to Take

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

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch software to address vulnerabilities
Conduct security training for employees to recognize and report potential threats

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security advisories from Oracle
Implement timely updates and patches to secure systems