CVE-2017-10249 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

A vulnerability has been detected in the Integration Broker component of Oracle PeopleSoft Products, specifically in the PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools versions 8.54 and 8.55. This vulnerability can be exploited by an attacker without authentication through HTTP, potentially compromising the system.

Understanding CVE-2017-10249

This CVE pertains to a vulnerability in the PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools component of Oracle PeopleSoft Products, affecting versions 8.54 and 8.55.

What is CVE-2017-10249?

The vulnerability allows an unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools. Successful exploitation may lead to unauthorized data access and manipulation.

The Impact of CVE-2017-10249

The vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 Base Score of 6.1, affecting confidentiality and integrity of the system.
Attackers can gain unauthorized access to update, insert, delete data, and read sensitive information.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-10249

This section provides technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools allows attackers to compromise the system through HTTP without authentication.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: PeopleSoft Enterprise PT PeopleTools
Vendor: Oracle Corporation
Affected Versions: 8.54, 8.55

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers exploit the vulnerability via HTTP without authentication.
Successful attacks require human interaction from a person other than the attacker.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2017-10249 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by Oracle promptly.
Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activities.
Restrict network access to critical systems.

Long-Term Security Practices

Conduct regular security assessments and audits.
Educate users on security best practices.
Implement network segmentation to limit the attack surface.

Patching and Updates

Regularly update and patch PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools to mitigate the vulnerability.