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CVE-2018-2768 : Security Advisory and Response

Learn about CVE-2018-2768, a vulnerability in Oracle Outside In Technology component of Oracle Fusion Middleware. Find out the impact, affected versions, and mitigation steps.

Oracle Outside In Technology vulnerability in Oracle Fusion Middleware

Understanding CVE-2018-2768

Vulnerability in Oracle Outside In Technology component of Oracle Fusion Middleware

What is CVE-2018-2768?

        Vulnerability in Oracle Outside In Technology (specifically in the subcomponent Outside In Filters) version 8.5.3
        Easily exploitable by an unauthorized attacker with network access via HTTP
        Successful exploitation requires human interaction
        Can lead to unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all data
        CVSS 3.0 Base Score: 7.1 (Confidentiality and Availability impacts)

The Impact of CVE-2018-2768

        Unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all Oracle Outside In Technology data
        Ability to cause a partial denial of service (partial DOS) of Oracle Outside In Technology

Technical Details of CVE-2018-2768

Vulnerability Description

        Vulnerability in Oracle Outside In Technology component of Oracle Fusion Middleware Affected Systems and Versions
        Oracle Outside In Technology version 8.5.3 Exploitation Mechanism
        Unauthorized attacker with network access via HTTP

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

        Apply security patches provided by Oracle
        Monitor Oracle's security advisories for updates Long-Term Security Practices
        Regularly update and patch Oracle software
        Implement network security measures to restrict unauthorized access
        Conduct regular security audits and assessments

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