CVE-2018-2713 : Security Advisory and Response

Oracle WebCenter Portal component of Oracle Fusion Middleware has a vulnerability that affects versions 11.1.1.9.0, 12.2.1.2.0, and 12.2.1.3.0. This vulnerability can be exploited by an unauthenticated attacker via HTTP, potentially compromising the security of the portal.

Understanding CVE-2018-2713

This CVE involves a vulnerability in the Oracle WebCenter Portal component of Oracle Fusion Middleware, specifically in the WebCenter Spaces Application.

What is CVE-2018-2713?

The vulnerability affects versions 11.1.1.9.0, 12.2.1.2.0, and 12.2.1.3.0 of Oracle WebCenter Portal.
An attacker with network access through HTTP can exploit this vulnerability without authentication.
Successful exploitation could lead to unauthorized access to critical data and compromise the security of the portal.

The Impact of CVE-2018-2713

CVSS 3.0 Base Score: 8.2 (Confidentiality and Integrity impacts).
Successful attacks may allow unauthorized creation, deletion, or modification of critical data.
Unauthorized read access to a subset of Oracle WebCenter Portal data is also possible.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-2713

This section provides technical details of the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

Easily exploitable vulnerability in Oracle WebCenter Portal.
Attacks do not require authentication and can be conducted via HTTP.

Affected Systems and Versions

Oracle WebCenter Portal versions 11.1.1.9.0, 12.2.1.2.0, and 12.2.1.3.0.

Exploitation Mechanism

Attacker with network access through HTTP can compromise the portal.
Human interaction from a person other than the attacker is needed for successful attacks.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2018-2713 is crucial.

Immediate Steps to Take

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

Long-Term Security Practices

Conduct regular security assessments and audits.
Educate users on safe browsing practices and potential threats.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates and patches from Oracle.
Regularly update and maintain security configurations.