CVE-2017-3339 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

Oracle Marketing in the Oracle E-Business Suite has a vulnerability in the User Interface subcomponent, affecting versions 12.1.1 to 12.2.6. This vulnerability allows unauthorized access and modification of critical data.

Understanding CVE-2017-3339

This CVE identifies a critical vulnerability in Oracle Marketing that can lead to unauthorized access and data manipulation.

What is CVE-2017-3339?

The vulnerability in the User Interface subcomponent of Oracle Marketing allows attackers with network access via HTTP to compromise the system. Successful attacks require human interaction and can impact other products beyond Oracle Marketing.

The Impact of CVE-2017-3339

Unauthorized access to critical data and complete access to all Oracle Marketing data
Unauthorized modification, addition, or removal of accessible data within Oracle Marketing
CVSS v3.0 Base Score of 8.2, indicating significant impacts on confidentiality and integrity

Technical Details of CVE-2017-3339

This section provides technical details of the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in Oracle Marketing allows unauthenticated attackers to compromise the system via HTTP, potentially impacting other products.

Affected Systems and Versions

Oracle Marketing 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 with network access via HTTP
Requires human interaction from someone other than the attacker

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2017-3339 is crucial to prevent unauthorized access and data breaches.

Immediate Steps to Take

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

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch software to address vulnerabilities
Conduct security training for employees to prevent social engineering attacks

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security advisories from Oracle
Implement a robust patch management process to apply updates promptly