CVE-2017-3330 : What You Need to Know

A vulnerability has been identified in the Siebel UI Framework component of Oracle Siebel CRM, affecting version 16.1 of the software.

Understanding CVE-2017-3330

This CVE involves a vulnerability in the Siebel UI Framework component of Oracle Siebel CRM, particularly in the Open UI subcomponent.

What is CVE-2017-3330?

The vulnerability in the Siebel UI Framework component of Oracle Siebel CRM, version 16.1, allows a low-privileged attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise the framework. Successful exploitation requires human interaction and can impact various products, potentially leading to unauthorized data access and manipulation.

The Impact of CVE-2017-3330

The vulnerability has a CVSS v3.0 Base Score of 7.6, indicating significant impacts on confidentiality and integrity.
Successful exploitation can result in unauthorized access to critical data and complete control over all accessible data through the Siebel UI Framework.
Attackers can gain unauthorized capabilities to update, insert, or delete data accessible through the framework.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-3330

This section provides detailed technical information about the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows a low-privileged attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise the Siebel UI Framework, impacting version 16.1 of the software.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Siebel UI Framework
Vendor: Oracle
Affected Version: 16.1

Exploitation Mechanism

Successful attacks require human interaction from a person other than the attacker.
The vulnerability, primarily in the Siebel UI Framework, can also impact other products.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2017-3330 is crucial to prevent unauthorized access and data manipulation.

Immediate Steps to Take

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

Long-Term Security Practices

Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing.
Educate users on identifying and avoiding social engineering attacks.

Patching and Updates

Regularly update and patch the Siebel UI Framework and related software to address known vulnerabilities.