CVE-2017-10301 Explained : Impact and Mitigation
Learn about CVE-2017-10301, a vulnerability in Oracle PeopleSoft Enterprise PT PeopleTools version 9.1.00 allowing unauthorized access and data manipulation. Find mitigation steps and patching advice here.
Oracle PeopleSoft Enterprise PT PeopleTools version 9.1.00 is vulnerable, allowing unauthorized access and data manipulation.
Understanding CVE-2017-10301
This CVE involves a vulnerability in the PeopleSoft Enterprise PRTL Interaction Hub component of Oracle PeopleSoft Products.
What is CVE-2017-10301?
The vulnerability in version 9.1.00 of PeopleSoft Enterprise PT PeopleTools allows a low privileged attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise the PeopleSoft Enterprise PRTL Interaction Hub.
The Impact of CVE-2017-10301
- Successful exploitation can lead to unauthorized creation, deletion, or modification of critical data within the PeopleSoft Enterprise PRTL Interaction Hub.
- It can grant unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all data accessible within the hub.
- The CVSS 3.0 Base Score for this vulnerability is 8.1, with impacts on confidentiality and integrity.
Technical Details of CVE-2017-10301
The vulnerability description, affected systems, and exploitation mechanism.
Vulnerability Description
- Vulnerability in the PeopleSoft Enterprise PRTL Interaction Hub component of Oracle PeopleSoft Products.
- Easily exploitable by a low privileged attacker with network access via HTTP.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: PeopleSoft Enterprise PT PeopleTools
- Vendor: Oracle Corporation
- Version: 9.1.00
Exploitation Mechanism
- Low privileged attacker with network access via HTTP can compromise the PeopleSoft Enterprise PRTL Interaction Hub.
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to mitigate and prevent exploitation of CVE-2017-10301.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply vendor-provided patches and updates promptly.
- Restrict network access to vulnerable systems.
- Monitor and analyze network traffic for signs of exploitation.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch software and systems.
- Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of potential breaches.
Patching and Updates
- Refer to Oracle's security advisory for specific patch information and guidance.