CVE-2017-3250 : What You Need to Know

Oracle GlassFish Server versions 2.1.1, 3.0.1, and 3.1.2 are affected by a vulnerability that allows unauthorized access and potential data manipulation.

Understanding CVE-2017-3250

This CVE involves a security vulnerability in the Oracle GlassFish Server component of Oracle Fusion Middleware, impacting versions 2.1.1, 3.0.1, and 3.1.2.

What is CVE-2017-3250?

The vulnerability allows an attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise the Oracle GlassFish Server, potentially leading to unauthorized data manipulation and partial denial of service.

The Impact of CVE-2017-3250

The CVSS v3.0 Base Score for this vulnerability is 7.3, indicating significant impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected systems.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-3250

This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in the Security subcomponent of Oracle GlassFish Server allows unauthorized access and manipulation of data, potentially leading to a partial denial of service.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: GlassFish Server
Vendor: Oracle
Affected Versions: 2.1.1, 3.0.1, 3.1.2

Exploitation Mechanism

Attacker with network access via HTTP
No authentication credentials required
Unauthorized data manipulation and partial denial of service

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2017-3250 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by Oracle promptly
Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity
Restrict network access to vulnerable systems

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch software and systems
Implement strong authentication mechanisms
Conduct regular security audits and assessments

Patching and Updates

Oracle has released patches to address this vulnerability
Regularly check for updates and apply them to ensure system security