CVE-2018-2673 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2018-2673 affecting Oracle Hospitality Simphony versions 2.7, 2.8, 2.9. Unauthenticated attackers via HTTP can compromise the system, leading to unauthorized data access. Take immediate steps and long-term security measures for protection.
Oracle Hospitality Simphony component in Oracle Hospitality Applications has a vulnerability affecting versions 2.7, 2.8, and 2.9. An unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP can compromise the system, potentially leading to unauthorized data access.
Understanding CVE-2018-2673
The vulnerability in Oracle Hospitality Simphony poses a risk to critical data due to unauthorized access.
What is CVE-2018-2673?
The Oracle Hospitality Simphony component in Oracle Hospitality Applications (specifically the POS subcomponent) has a vulnerability that affects versions 2.7, 2.8, and 2.9. It allows an unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise Oracle Hospitality Simphony, potentially resulting in unauthorized access to critical data or complete data access.
The Impact of CVE-2018-2673
- CVSS 3.0 Base Score: 5.9 (Confidentiality impact)
- CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N)
Technical Details of CVE-2018-2673
The vulnerability details and affected systems.
Vulnerability Description
- Difficult to exploit vulnerability
- Allows unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise Oracle Hospitality Simphony
- Successful attacks can lead to unauthorized access to critical data or complete data access
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Hospitality Simphony
- Vendor: Oracle Corporation
- Affected Versions: 2.7, 2.8, 2.9
Exploitation Mechanism
- Unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP
- Compromise of Oracle Hospitality Simphony
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to mitigate the vulnerability and prevent exploitation.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply security patches provided by Oracle
- Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity
- Restrict network access to vulnerable systems
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch software
- Conduct security training for employees
- Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of potential breaches
Patching and Updates
- Stay informed about security updates from Oracle
- Apply patches promptly to secure the system