CVE-2017-10351 Explained : Impact and Mitigation
Learn about CVE-2017-10351 affecting Oracle PeopleSoft Enterprise PT PeopleTools versions 8.54, 8.55, 8.56. Find mitigation steps and prevention measures to secure your system.
A vulnerability in Oracle PeopleSoft Enterprise PT PeopleTools allows unauthorized access to critical data or complete data compromise.
Understanding CVE-2017-10351
What is CVE-2017-10351?
The vulnerability affects PeopleSoft Enterprise PT PeopleTools versions 8.54, 8.55, and 8.56, enabling unauthorized access to sensitive data.
The Impact of CVE-2017-10351
Exploiting this vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access to critical data or complete compromise of all accessible data within PeopleSoft Enterprise PT PeopleTools.
Technical Details of CVE-2017-10351
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability in the Application Server subcomponent of PeopleSoft Enterprise PT PeopleTools allows unauthorized attackers to compromise the system.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: PeopleSoft Enterprise PT PeopleTools
- Vendor: Oracle Corporation
- Affected Versions: 8.54, 8.55, 8.56
Exploitation Mechanism
Unauthorized attackers with access to the system can exploit the vulnerability to gain unauthorized access to critical or all accessible data.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply security patches provided by Oracle promptly.
- Monitor and restrict access to the infrastructure hosting PeopleSoft Enterprise PT PeopleTools.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch all software components.
- Implement strong access controls and authentication mechanisms.
- Conduct regular security audits and assessments.
Patching and Updates
Regularly check for security updates and patches from Oracle to address this vulnerability.