CVE-2017-10400 : What You Need to Know

Oracle GlassFish Server Vulnerability

Understanding CVE-2017-10400

What is CVE-2017-10400?

CVE-2017-10400 is a vulnerability in the Oracle GlassFish Server component of Oracle Fusion Middleware, affecting version 3.1.2. It allows an unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise the server.

The Impact of CVE-2017-10400

This vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access for updating, inserting, or deleting certain data accessible by Oracle GlassFish Server, as well as unauthorized read access to a subset of its data. The CVSS 3.0 Base Score for this vulnerability is 5.4, indicating impacts on confidentiality and integrity.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-10400

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in Oracle GlassFish Server allows an unauthenticated attacker to compromise the server via HTTP, potentially leading to unauthorized data access and manipulation.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: GlassFish Server
Vendor: Oracle Corporation
Version: 3.1.2

Exploitation Mechanism

Attacker with network access via HTTP
Involvement of a person other than the attacker for successful attacks

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply patches and updates provided by Oracle
Restrict network access to the server
Monitor for unauthorized access attempts

Long-Term Security Practices

Regular security assessments and audits
Implement strong authentication mechanisms
Keep software and systems up to date

Patching and Updates

It is crucial to apply the patches and updates released by Oracle to address this vulnerability.