CVE-2017-10177 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2017-10177, a vulnerability in Oracle E-Business Suite's Application Object Library, allowing attackers to compromise critical data. Find mitigation steps and prevention measures here.
A vulnerability in the Oracle E-Business Suite's Oracle Application Object Library, specifically in the Flexfields subcomponent, allows attackers to compromise critical data.
Understanding CVE-2017-10177
This CVE involves a vulnerability in Oracle Application Object Library, impacting version 12.2.6.
What is CVE-2017-10177?
The vulnerability in the Oracle E-Business Suite's Oracle Application Object Library, particularly in the Flexfields subcomponent, allows attackers with low privileges and network access via HTTP to compromise critical data.
The Impact of CVE-2017-10177
- Attacker with low privileges can compromise the Oracle Application Object Library
- Unauthorized creation, deletion, or modification of critical data
- Unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all accessible data within the library
- CVSS 3.0 Base Score: 8.1 with impacts on confidentiality and integrity
Technical Details of CVE-2017-10177
This section provides technical details of the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows unauthorized access to critical data and modification of data within the Oracle Application Object Library.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Application Object Library
- Vendor: Oracle Corporation
- Affected Version: 12.2.6
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers with low privileges and network access via HTTP can exploit this vulnerability to compromise the Oracle Application Object Library.
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to address and prevent exploitation of CVE-2017-10177.
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 and systems
- Conduct security training for employees to recognize and report suspicious activities
Patching and Updates
- Stay informed about security updates from Oracle
- Implement a robust patch management process to apply updates promptly