CVE-2018-2613 : Security Advisory and Response

A security flaw in the Login feature of Oracle Argus Safety component within Oracle Health Sciences Applications has been identified, affecting versions 7.x, 8.0.x, and 8.1. This vulnerability can be exploited by an unauthorized attacker via HTTP, potentially leading to the compromise of Oracle Argus Safety and unauthorized data access.

Understanding CVE-2018-2613

This CVE involves a critical vulnerability in Oracle Argus Safety, impacting confidentiality and integrity.

What is CVE-2018-2613?

The vulnerability allows an unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise Oracle Argus Safety, potentially resulting in unauthorized data access and manipulation.

The Impact of CVE-2018-2613

Unauthorized access to sensitive data and complete control over accessible Oracle Argus Safety information
Unauthorized manipulation of Oracle Argus Safety data, including updates, inserts, or deletions
CVSS 3.0 Base Score of 8.2, indicating significant impacts on confidentiality and integrity

Technical Details of CVE-2018-2613

This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in the Login feature of Oracle Argus Safety allows unauthorized attackers to compromise the system via HTTP.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Argus Safety
Vendor: Oracle Corporation
Affected Versions: 7.x, 8.0.x, 8.1

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by an unauthorized attacker with network access via HTTP, leading to potential compromise of Oracle Argus Safety.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2018-2613 is crucial to prevent unauthorized access and data manipulation.

Immediate Steps to Take

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

Long-Term Security Practices

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

Patching and Updates

Oracle has released patches to address this vulnerability
Regularly check for updates and apply them to ensure system security