CVE-2017-3479 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

Oracle FLEXCUBE Private Banking by Oracle Corporation has a vulnerability that allows attackers to compromise the system through HTTP, potentially leading to unauthorized data access and partial denial of service.

Understanding CVE-2017-3479

This CVE involves a weakness in the Oracle FLEXCUBE Private Banking component of Oracle Financial Services Applications, affecting versions 2.0.0, 2.0.1, 2.2.0.1, and 12.0.1.

What is CVE-2017-3479?

The vulnerability in Oracle FLEXCUBE Private Banking allows attackers with limited privileges and network access via HTTP to gain unauthorized access to sensitive data and cause partial denial of service within the system.

The Impact of CVE-2017-3479

Attacker with limited privileges can compromise the system through HTTP
Unauthorized access to update, insert, or delete data in Oracle FLEXCUBE Private Banking
Potential partial denial of service within the system
CVSS 3.0 Base Score of 5.4, affecting integrity and availability

Technical Details of CVE-2017-3479

This section provides more technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows attackers to exploit Oracle FLEXCUBE Private Banking through HTTP, compromising data integrity and availability.

Affected Systems and Versions

Oracle FLEXCUBE Private Banking versions 2.0.0, 2.0.1, 2.2.0.1, and 12.0.1

Exploitation Mechanism

Attacker with limited privileges and network access via HTTP
Unauthorized access to sensitive data
Potential partial denial of service within the system

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2017-3479 is crucial for maintaining security.

Immediate Steps to Take

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

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch software to prevent vulnerabilities
Conduct security training for employees to recognize and report suspicious activities

Patching and Updates

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