Learn about CVE-2017-10253, a security flaw in PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools allowing unauthorized attackers to compromise the system. Find out the impacted versions, exploitation mechanism, and mitigation steps.
A security flaw has been identified in the Pivot Grid subcomponent of the PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools component, affecting versions 8.54 and 8.55. This vulnerability, assigned a CVSS 3.0 Base Score of 6.1, allows unauthorized attackers with network access via HTTP to compromise the system.
Understanding CVE-2017-10253
This CVE pertains to a vulnerability in the PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools component of Oracle PeopleSoft Products, specifically impacting versions 8.54 and 8.55.
What is CVE-2017-10253?
The vulnerability in the Pivot Grid subcomponent of PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools allows unauthenticated attackers with network access via HTTP to compromise the system. Successful exploitation requires human interaction and can lead to unauthorized data manipulation.
The Impact of CVE-2017-10253
Technical Details of CVE-2017-10253
This section provides detailed technical information about the CVE.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows unauthorized attackers with network access via HTTP to compromise PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools, potentially leading to unauthorized data manipulation.
Affected Systems and Versions
Exploitation Mechanism
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2017-10253 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.
Immediate Steps to Take
Long-Term Security Practices
Patching and Updates