CVE-2017-10412 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2017-10412 affecting Oracle Knowledge Management in Oracle E-Business Suite versions 12.1.1 to 12.2.7. Understand the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps.
Oracle Knowledge Management component in Oracle E-Business Suite is vulnerable to an exploit, impacting versions 12.1.1 to 12.2.7.
Understanding CVE-2017-10412
This CVE involves a vulnerability in Oracle Knowledge Management, potentially leading to unauthorized access and data manipulation.
What is CVE-2017-10412?
The Oracle E-Business Suite's Oracle Knowledge Management component, particularly the User Interface, is susceptible to exploitation. Attackers can compromise the system via HTTP network access without authentication, potentially leading to unauthorized data access and manipulation.
The Impact of CVE-2017-10412
- Successful exploitation can result in unauthorized access to critical data and complete control over Oracle Knowledge Management accessible data.
- Attackers can manipulate certain data within Oracle Knowledge Management, impacting confidentiality and integrity.
Technical Details of CVE-2017-10412
This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to compromise Oracle Knowledge Management via HTTP network access, potentially impacting additional products.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Versions 12.1.1, 12.1.2, 12.1.3, 12.2.3, 12.2.4, 12.2.5, 12.2.6, and 12.2.7 of Oracle Knowledge Management are affected.
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attackers exploit the vulnerability through HTTP network access without authentication.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2017-10412 is crucial for maintaining security.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply security patches provided by Oracle promptly.
- Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activities.
- Restrict network access to critical systems.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch all software and systems.
- Conduct security training for employees to recognize and report potential threats.
Patching and Updates
- Stay informed about security updates and advisories from Oracle.