CVE-2018-2789 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies
Discover the impact of CVE-2018-2789, a vulnerability in the Services subcomponent of the Siebel Core - Server Framework within Oracle Siebel CRM. Learn about affected versions, exploitation risks, and mitigation steps.
A vulnerability has been discovered in the Services subcomponent of the Siebel Core - Server Framework, part of the Oracle Siebel CRM, affecting version 17.0.
Understanding CVE-2018-2789
This CVE involves an easily exploitable vulnerability in the Siebel Core - Server Framework, potentially allowing unauthorized access to certain data.
What is CVE-2018-2789?
- Vulnerability in the Services subcomponent of the Siebel Core - Server Framework within Oracle Siebel CRM
- Affected version: 17.0
- Exploitable by a low privileged attacker with network access via HTTP
- Allows unauthorized read access to specific data
The Impact of CVE-2018-2789
- Base score of 5.0 according to CVSS 3.0, with confidentiality as the primary impact
- Potential compromise of the Siebel Core - Server Framework
- Significant impacts on associated products
Technical Details of CVE-2018-2789
This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
- Vulnerability in the Services subcomponent of the Siebel Core - Server Framework
- Allows low privileged attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise the framework
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Siebel Core - Server Framework
- Vendor: Oracle Corporation
- Affected Version: 17.0
Exploitation Mechanism
- Low privileged attacker with network access via HTTP can exploit the vulnerability
- Unauthorized read access to specific data within the Siebel Core - Server Framework
Mitigation and Prevention
Here are the steps to mitigate and prevent exploitation of CVE-2018-2789.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply vendor-supplied patches promptly
- Monitor network traffic for signs of exploitation
- Restrict network access to vulnerable systems
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch software and systems
- Conduct security training for employees to recognize and report suspicious activities
Patching and Updates
- Stay informed about security advisories from Oracle
- Implement patches and updates as soon as they are available