CVE-2017-3403 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability has been identified in the User Interface component of Oracle Advanced Outbound Telephony in Oracle E-Business Suite. This CVE affects versions 12.1.1, 12.1.2, 12.1.3, 12.2.3, 12.2.4, 12.2.5, and 12.2.6. It is considered an easily exploitable vulnerability that can lead to unauthorized access and data compromise.

Understanding CVE-2017-3403

This CVE pertains to a vulnerability in Oracle Advanced Outbound Telephony, impacting various versions and potentially allowing unauthorized access to critical data.

What is CVE-2017-3403?

CVE-2017-3403 is a vulnerability in the User Interface component of Oracle Advanced Outbound Telephony within Oracle E-Business Suite. It is easily exploitable through HTTP network access.

The Impact of CVE-2017-3403

An unauthenticated attacker with network access can compromise Oracle Advanced Outbound Telephony
Successful attacks may require human interaction
Unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all accessible data
Unauthorized permissions to update, insert, or delete accessible data
Significant impacts on confidentiality and integrity with a CVSS v3.0 Base Score of 8.2

Technical Details of CVE-2017-3403

This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to exploit the User Interface component of Oracle Advanced Outbound Telephony, potentially leading to data compromise.

Affected Systems and Versions

Versions affected include 12.1.1, 12.1.2, 12.1.3, 12.2.3, 12.2.4, 12.2.5, and 12.2.6 of Oracle Advanced Outbound Telephony.

Exploitation Mechanism

Easily exploitable through HTTP network access
Successful attacks may require human interaction
Potential impacts on additional products beyond Oracle Advanced Outbound Telephony

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2017-3403 is crucial to prevent unauthorized access and data compromise.

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 to address vulnerabilities
Conduct security training to educate users on potential threats
Implement access controls and authentication mechanisms

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security advisories from Oracle
Apply recommended patches and updates to secure systems