CVE-2017-10188 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2017-10188, a vulnerability in Oracle Hospitality Hotel Mobile component, allowing unauthorized data access. Find mitigation steps and prevention measures here.
A vulnerability has been identified in the Hospitality Hotel Mobile component of Oracle Hospitality Applications, specifically within the Suite 8/Android subcomponent, affecting version 1.01.
Understanding CVE-2017-10188
This CVE involves a vulnerability in Oracle Hospitality Applications that can be exploited by a low privileged attacker to compromise the Hospitality Hotel Mobile application, potentially leading to unauthorized data access.
What is CVE-2017-10188?
The vulnerability in the Hospitality Hotel Mobile component of Oracle Hospitality Applications allows attackers with access to compromise the application, potentially resulting in unauthorized data access.
The Impact of CVE-2017-10188
The vulnerability, with a CVSS 3.0 base score of 5.5, primarily impacts confidentiality. Successful exploitation could lead to unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all data within Hospitality Hotel Mobile.
Technical Details of CVE-2017-10188
This section provides more technical insights into the CVE.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows a low privileged attacker with access to compromise the Hospitality Hotel Mobile application, potentially leading to unauthorized data access.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Hospitality Hotel Mobile
- Vendor: Oracle Corporation
- Affected Version: 1.01
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attackers with access to the infrastructure where Hospitality Hotel Mobile runs can exploit the vulnerability.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2017-10188 is crucial.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Monitor for any unusual activities on the Hospitality Hotel Mobile application.
- Implement access controls to restrict unauthorized access.
- Apply security patches provided by Oracle.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch the Hospitality Hotel Mobile application.
- Conduct security training for staff to recognize and respond to potential threats.
Patching and Updates
- Oracle may release security patches to address the vulnerability. Stay informed about patch releases and apply them promptly.