CVE-2017-3274 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

Oracle Email Center in Oracle E-Business Suite is vulnerable to unauthorized access and data compromise.

Understanding CVE-2017-3274

This CVE involves a vulnerability in the User Interface subcomponent of Oracle Email Center in Oracle E-Business Suite.

What is CVE-2017-3274?

The vulnerability affects versions 12.1.1, 12.1.2, 12.1.3, 12.2.3, 12.2.4, 12.2.5, and 12.2.6, allowing an unauthenticated attacker to compromise the Oracle Email Center via HTTP.

The Impact of CVE-2017-3274

CVSS v3.0 Base Score of 8.2 with impacts on confidentiality and integrity
Unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all Oracle Email Center data
Unauthorized update, insert, or delete access to some Oracle Email Center data

Technical Details of CVE-2017-3274

The vulnerability lies in the Oracle Email Center component of Oracle E-Business Suite.

Vulnerability Description

Easily exploitable by an unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP
Requires human interaction from a person other than the attacker
May impact additional products beyond Oracle Email Center

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

Exploitation Mechanism

Attacker gains access via HTTP
Interaction from a third party required for successful exploitation

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take:

Apply vendor patches and updates
Monitor for any unauthorized access or activities Long-Term Security Practices:
Regular security assessments and audits
Implement network segmentation and access controls
Educate users on security best practices
Keep systems up to date with the latest security patches and updates