CVE-2017-3416 Explained : Impact and Mitigation

Oracle Universal Work Queue component in Oracle E-Business Suite has a vulnerability that affects versions 12.1.1 to 12.2.6. Attackers can exploit this flaw via HTTP, potentially compromising critical data.

Understanding CVE-2017-3416

This CVE involves a vulnerability in the User Interface of the Oracle Universal Work Queue component, impacting various versions.

What is CVE-2017-3416?

The vulnerability allows an unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise the Oracle Universal Work Queue, potentially leading to unauthorized data access and modifications.

The Impact of CVE-2017-3416

Successful exploitation can result in unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all data accessible through the Oracle Universal Work Queue.
Unauthorized modification, insertion, or deletion of data may occur.
The CVSS v3.0 Base Score for this vulnerability is 8.2, indicating significant impacts on confidentiality and integrity.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-3416

The technical aspects of the vulnerability in the Oracle Universal Work Queue component.

Vulnerability Description

Vulnerability in the Oracle Universal Work Queue component of Oracle E-Business Suite.
Easily exploitable by an unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP.
Successful attacks require human interaction from someone other than the attacker.

Affected Systems and Versions

Versions affected: 12.1.1, 12.1.2, 12.1.3, 12.2.3, 12.2.4, 12.2.5, 12.2.6.

Exploitation Mechanism

Attacker needs network access via HTTP.
Successful attacks require human interaction.

Mitigation and Prevention

Ways to mitigate and prevent the impact of CVE-2017-3416.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply patches provided by Oracle promptly.
Monitor and restrict network access to vulnerable systems.
Educate users on recognizing and avoiding suspicious activities.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch software to address vulnerabilities.
Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of potential breaches.

Patching and Updates

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