CVE-2018-16954 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

A security vulnerability was found in Oracle WebCenter Interaction Portal 10.3.3, where the login feature is susceptible to insecure redirection, also known as an open redirect. Despite being assigned by MITRE, Oracle does not provide validation as the portal is no longer supported.

Understanding CVE-2018-16954

This CVE involves a security issue in Oracle WebCenter Interaction Portal 10.3.3 related to insecure redirection in the login feature.

What is CVE-2018-16954?

Vulnerability in Oracle WebCenter Interaction Portal 10.3.3
Login function prone to insecure redirection
Lack of validation for the in_hi_redirect parameter post-login

The Impact of CVE-2018-16954

Potential for malicious actors to conduct open redirect attacks
Users may be tricked into visiting malicious websites

Technical Details of CVE-2018-16954

This section provides technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

Insecure redirection vulnerability in Oracle WebCenter Interaction Portal 10.3.3
Lack of proper validation for the in_hi_redirect parameter

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected system: Oracle WebCenter Interaction Portal 10.3.3
All versions of the portal are susceptible to this vulnerability

Exploitation Mechanism

Malicious actors can manipulate the in_hi_redirect parameter to redirect users to malicious sites
Successful exploitation can lead to phishing attacks and the theft of sensitive information

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2018-16954 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable the affected login feature if possible
Educate users about the risks of following unauthorized redirects
Implement security awareness training for employees

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch software to prevent vulnerabilities
Conduct security audits and penetration testing to identify weaknesses
Monitor and analyze system logs for suspicious activities

Patching and Updates

As Oracle does not provide validation or support for the affected portal, consider migrating to a supported platform
If migration is not feasible, implement additional security measures to mitigate the risk