CVE-2017-10180 : What You Need to Know
Critical CVE-2017-10180 in Oracle CRM Technical Foundation of Oracle E-Business Suite allows unauthenticated attackers to compromise systems via HTTP. Learn about impacts, affected versions, and mitigation steps.
Oracle CRM Technical Foundation in Oracle E-Business Suite has a critical security vulnerability that can be exploited by an unauthenticated attacker via HTTP. This CVE affects versions 12.1.3, 12.2.3, 12.2.4, 12.2.5, and 12.2.6.
Understanding CVE-2017-10180
This CVE involves a vulnerability in the Oracle CRM Technical Foundation component of Oracle E-Business Suite, specifically impacting the CMRO subcomponent.
What is CVE-2017-10180?
The vulnerability allows an attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise Oracle CRM Technical Foundation without authentication. Successful exploitation can lead to unauthorized access to critical data and modifications within the affected products.
The Impact of CVE-2017-10180
- CVSS 3.0 Base Score: 8.2 (Confidentiality and Integrity impacts)
- Attack Vector: Network (AV:N)
- Attack Complexity: Low (AC:L)
- Privileges Required: None (PR:N)
- User Interaction: Required (UI:R)
- Scope: Changed (S:C)
- Confidentiality: High (C:H)
- Integrity: Low (I:L)
- Availability: None (A:N)
Technical Details of CVE-2017-10180
Oracle CRM Technical Foundation vulnerability details and affected systems.
Vulnerability Description
- Unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP can compromise Oracle CRM Technical Foundation
- Successful attacks may impact additional products
- Unauthorized access to critical data and complete access to all accessible data
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: CRM Technical Foundation
- Vendor: Oracle Corporation
- Affected Versions: 12.1.3, 12.2.3, 12.2.4, 12.2.5, 12.2.6
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attacker requires network access via HTTP
- No authentication needed
- Human interaction required for successful attacks
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to mitigate and prevent exploitation of CVE-2017-10180.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply vendor-supplied patches immediately
- Restrict network access to affected systems
- Monitor for any unauthorized access or modifications
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch all software and systems
- Conduct security training for employees on identifying and reporting suspicious activities
Patching and Updates
- Regularly check for security updates from Oracle Corporation
- Implement a robust patch management process to apply updates promptly