CVE-2018-2648 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability in the Oracle FLEXCUBE Universal Banking component of Oracle Financial Services Applications has been identified, affecting multiple versions and potentially leading to a complete system takeover.

Understanding CVE-2018-2648

This CVE involves a critical vulnerability in Oracle FLEXCUBE Universal Banking, impacting various versions and posing a significant risk to the system's security.

What is CVE-2018-2648?

The vulnerability exists in the Infrastructure subcomponent of Oracle Financial Services Applications, particularly in the Oracle FLEXCUBE Universal Banking module. It allows a low privileged attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise the system, potentially resulting in a complete takeover.

The Impact of CVE-2018-2648

If successfully exploited, this vulnerability can lead to a full compromise of the Oracle FLEXCUBE Universal Banking system. The CVSS 3.0 Base Score of 8.8 indicates severe impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-2648

This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in Oracle FLEXCUBE Universal Banking allows a low privileged attacker to exploit the system via HTTP, potentially leading to a complete system compromise.

Affected Systems and Versions

The following versions of Oracle FLEXCUBE Universal Banking are affected:

11.3.0
11.4.0
12.0.1
12.0.2
12.0.3
12.1.0
12.2.0
12.3.0
12.4.0

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by a low privileged attacker with network access via HTTP, allowing them to compromise the Oracle FLEXCUBE Universal Banking system.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2018-2648 is crucial to prevent potential security breaches.

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

Conduct regular security assessments and audits.
Implement strong access controls and authentication mechanisms.
Stay informed about security updates and best practices.

Patching and Updates

Regularly update and patch the Oracle FLEXCUBE Universal Banking system to address known vulnerabilities and enhance overall security.