CVE-2017-3550 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2017-3550, a critical vulnerability in Oracle Customer Interaction History component of E-Business Suite. Find out the impact, affected versions, and mitigation steps.
A vulnerability in the Admin Console of Oracle E-Business Suite's Customer Interaction History component allows unauthorized access and data manipulation.
Understanding CVE-2017-3550
This CVE involves a critical vulnerability in Oracle Customer Interaction History, impacting versions 12.1.1, 12.1.2, and 12.1.3.
What is CVE-2017-3550?
The vulnerability in the Admin Console of Oracle E-Business Suite's Customer Interaction History component allows unauthenticated attackers with network access via HTTP to compromise the system. Successful exploitation requires human interaction and can lead to unauthorized data access and modification.
The Impact of CVE-2017-3550
- Unauthorized access to critical data in Oracle Customer Interaction History
- Complete access to all accessible data
- Unauthorized modification, addition, or deletion of data
- CVSS 3.0 Base Score: 8.2 (Confidentiality and Integrity impacts)
- CVSS Vector: CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:L/A:N
Technical Details of CVE-2017-3550
This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to compromise Oracle Customer Interaction History through the Admin Console.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Customer Interaction History
- Vendor: Oracle Corporation
- Affected Versions: 12.1.1, 12.1.2, 12.1.3
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attackers with network access via HTTP can exploit the vulnerability
- Successful attacks require human interaction
- Other products may also be significantly impacted
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2017-3550 is crucial for maintaining security.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply security patches provided by Oracle
- Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity
- Restrict access to the vulnerable component
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch software and systems
- Conduct security training for employees
- Implement network segmentation and access controls
Patching and Updates
- Stay informed about security advisories from Oracle
- Apply patches promptly to address known vulnerabilities