CVE-2017-10326 Explained : Impact and Mitigation

Oracle E-Business Suite's Common Applications Calendar component has a critical vulnerability affecting multiple versions.

Understanding CVE-2017-10326

This CVE involves a security flaw in Oracle Common Applications Calendar, potentially leading to unauthorized access and data manipulation.

What is CVE-2017-10326?

The vulnerability in Oracle Common Applications Calendar allows unauthenticated attackers with network access via HTTP to compromise the system, potentially resulting in unauthorized data access and manipulation.

The Impact of CVE-2017-10326

CVSS 3.0 Base Score of 8.2 with impacts on confidentiality and integrity
Unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all Oracle Common Applications Calendar accessible data
Unauthorized update, insert, or delete access to some Oracle Common Applications Calendar data

Technical Details of CVE-2017-10326

This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to exploit Oracle Common Applications Calendar via HTTP, potentially compromising data integrity and confidentiality.

Affected Systems and Versions

Common Applications Calendar versions 12.1.1, 12.1.2, 12.1.3, 12.2.3, 12.2.4, 12.2.5, 12.2.6, 12.2.7

Exploitation Mechanism

Attacker with network access via HTTP
Human interaction required
Potential impact on additional products

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from CVE-2017-10326 with these steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches promptly
Monitor network traffic for suspicious activities
Restrict network access to vulnerable components

Long-Term Security Practices

Regular security assessments and audits
Employee training on cybersecurity best practices

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates from Oracle
Implement a robust patch management process