CVE-2017-10216 Explained : Impact and Mitigation

A vulnerability in the Parser component of Oracle Hospitality Applications, specifically in the Hospitality Property Interfaces, allows unauthorized access to critical data.

Understanding CVE-2017-10216

This CVE affects Oracle Hospitality Suite8 Property Interfaces.

What is CVE-2017-10216?

Vulnerability in the Parser component of Oracle Hospitality Applications
Specifically impacts Hospitality Property Interfaces version 8.10.x
Exploitable by a low privileged attacker via HTTP

The Impact of CVE-2017-10216

CVSS 3.0 Base Score: 6.5 (Confidentiality impact)
Successful exploitation may lead to unauthorized access to critical data
Attacker can compromise all data accessible through Hospitality Property Interfaces

Technical Details of CVE-2017-10216

This section provides technical details of the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

Easily exploitable vulnerability in Hospitality Property Interfaces
Allows a low privileged attacker to compromise the system

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Hospitality Suite8 Property Interfaces
Vendor: Oracle Corporation
Affected Version: 8.10.x

Exploitation Mechanism

Attacker with network access via HTTP can exploit the vulnerability
Successful attacks can result in unauthorized access to critical data

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your system from CVE-2017-10216 with these steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

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

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch all software components
Conduct security audits and penetration testing
Educate users on safe browsing habits

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security advisories from Oracle
Implement patches promptly to mitigate risks