CVE-2017-10333 : Security Advisory and Response
Discover the impact of CVE-2017-10333, a vulnerability in the Siebel UI Framework component of Oracle Siebel CRM versions 16.0 and 17.0. Learn about the exploitation risks and mitigation steps.
A vulnerability in the Siebel UI Framework component of Oracle Siebel CRM has been identified, affecting versions 16.0 and 17.0. This vulnerability can be exploited by a low privileged attacker with network access via HTTP, potentially leading to unauthorized data manipulation and partial denial of service.
Understanding CVE-2017-10333
This CVE pertains to a vulnerability in the Siebel UI Framework component of Oracle Siebel CRM, specifically in the EAI subcomponent.
What is CVE-2017-10333?
The vulnerability allows a low privileged attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise the Siebel UI Framework, impacting associated products. Successful exploitation can lead to unauthorized data manipulation and partial denial of service.
The Impact of CVE-2017-10333
- Unauthorized manipulation of data accessible through the Siebel UI Framework
- Unauthorized read access to a subset of data
- Ability to cause a partial denial of service to the Siebel UI Framework
- CVSS 3.0 Base Score: 7.4 (Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability impacts)
- CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:L)
Technical Details of CVE-2017-10333
The technical details of the vulnerability are as follows:
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability in the Siebel UI Framework component of Oracle Siebel CRM allows unauthorized data manipulation and partial denial of service.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Siebel UI Framework
- Vendor: Oracle Corporation
- Affected Versions: 16.0, 17.0
Exploitation Mechanism
- Low privileged attacker with network access via HTTP
- Unauthorized update, insert, or delete access to data
- Unauthorized read access to a subset of data
- Ability to cause a partial denial of service
Mitigation and Prevention
To mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2017-10333, consider the following steps:
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply vendor-supplied patches promptly
- Monitor network traffic for signs of exploitation
- Restrict network access to vulnerable components
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch software components
- Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of potential attacks
- Conduct regular security assessments and audits
Patching and Updates
- Refer to Oracle's security advisory for specific patch information