CVE-2018-2992 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

A vulnerability has been identified in the Oracle Fusion Middleware component called Oracle Outside In Technology (specifically, the subcomponent Outside In Filters) affecting version 8.5.3.

Understanding CVE-2018-2992

This CVE involves an easily exploitable vulnerability in Oracle Outside In Technology, potentially leading to unauthorized access and partial denial of service.

What is CVE-2018-2992?

Vulnerability in Oracle Outside In Technology (Outside In Filters subcomponent) version 8.5.3
Allows an unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise the technology
Requires human interaction from a person other than the attacker for successful exploitation
Can result in unauthorized access to critical data or complete data access and partial denial of service

The Impact of CVE-2018-2992

Severity score of 7.1 (CVSS 3.0 Base Score) affecting confidentiality and availability
CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:L)

Technical Details of CVE-2018-2992

This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

Vulnerability in Oracle Outside In Technology component of Oracle Fusion Middleware
Easily exploitable, allowing unauthorized access and partial denial of service

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Outside In Technology
Vendor: Oracle Corporation
Version: 8.5.3

Exploitation Mechanism

Attacker with network access via HTTP can compromise Oracle Outside In Technology
Requires human interaction from a person other than the attacker

Mitigation and Prevention

Learn how to mitigate and prevent the exploitation of CVE-2018-2992.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply patches and updates 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 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 promptly to address vulnerabilities