CVE-2017-3421 Explained : Impact and Mitigation

Oracle One-to-One Fulfillment component of Oracle E-Business Suite has a vulnerability that affects versions 12.1.1 to 12.2.6. An unauthenticated attacker can exploit this vulnerability via HTTP, potentially compromising critical data.

Understanding CVE-2017-3421

This CVE involves a vulnerability in the User Interface of Oracle One-to-One Fulfillment, impacting various versions.

What is CVE-2017-3421?

The vulnerability in Oracle One-to-One Fulfillment allows unauthorized access to critical data and potential compromise of the system's integrity.

The Impact of CVE-2017-3421

Successful exploitation can lead to unauthorized access to critical data and complete access to all accessible data in Oracle One-to-One Fulfillment.
Attackers can perform unauthorized updates, inserts, or deletions of certain accessible data.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-3421

The technical aspects of the vulnerability in Oracle One-to-One Fulfillment.

Vulnerability Description

CVSS v3.0 Base Score of 8.2, indicating impacts on confidentiality and integrity.

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

An unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP can exploit the vulnerability.

Mitigation and Prevention

Ways to mitigate and prevent the CVE-2017-3421 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by Oracle promptly.
Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity.
Restrict network access to the affected component.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch all software components.
Conduct security training for employees to recognize and report suspicious activities.

Patching and Updates

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