CVE-2018-2848 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2018-2848, a vulnerability in Oracle Hospitality Simphony First Edition versions 1.6 and 1.7. Understand the impact, exploitation mechanism, and mitigation steps to secure your system.
A vulnerability has been identified in the Oracle Hospitality Simphony First Edition component of Oracle Hospitality Applications, affecting versions 1.6 and 1.7. An attacker with network access via HTTP can exploit this vulnerability to compromise the system, potentially leading to unauthorized data access.
Understanding CVE-2018-2848
This CVE pertains to a vulnerability in Oracle Hospitality Simphony First Edition, allowing unauthenticated attackers to compromise the system through HTTP.
What is CVE-2018-2848?
CVE-2018-2848 is a vulnerability in Oracle Hospitality Simphony First Edition, impacting versions 1.6 and 1.7. It is classified as an easily exploitable vulnerability.
The Impact of CVE-2018-2848
The vulnerability can result in unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all data accessible through Oracle Hospitality Simphony First Edition. The CVSS 3.0 Base Score for this vulnerability is 7.5, focusing on confidentiality impacts.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-2848
This section provides technical details about the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability in the Client Application Loader subcomponent of Oracle Hospitality Simphony First Edition allows attackers to compromise the system via HTTP.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Hospitality Simphony First Edition
- Vendor: Oracle Corporation
- Affected Versions: 1.6, 1.7
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attackers with network access via HTTP can exploit the vulnerability
- Successful attacks can lead to unauthorized data access
Mitigation and Prevention
Protect your system from CVE-2018-2848 with the following steps:
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply security patches provided by Oracle
- Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity
- Restrict network access to vulnerable components
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch software to prevent vulnerabilities
- Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of potential attacks
Patching and Updates
- Stay informed about security advisories from Oracle
- Apply patches promptly to secure your system