CVE-2018-3013 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2018-3013, a vulnerability in Oracle Hospitality OPERA 5 Property Services, allowing unauthorized access to critical data. Find mitigation steps and long-term security practices here.
A security flaw in the Report Server Config component of Oracle Hospitality OPERA 5 Property Services has been identified, affecting version 5.5.x. This vulnerability, with a CVSS 3.0 Base Score of 6.5, can be exploited by a low privileged attacker via HTTP, potentially leading to unauthorized access to critical data or complete control over the affected services.
Understanding CVE-2018-3013
This CVE pertains to a vulnerability in Oracle Hospitality OPERA 5 Property Services, impacting confidentiality and potentially compromising data security.
What is CVE-2018-3013?
The vulnerability allows a low privileged attacker with network access through HTTP to compromise Oracle Hospitality OPERA 5 Property Services, potentially resulting in unauthorized data access or complete control over the services.
The Impact of CVE-2018-3013
- Successful exploitation can lead to unauthorized access to critical data or complete control over all accessible data within Oracle Hospitality OPERA 5 Property Services.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-3013
This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability exists in the Report Server Config component of Oracle Hospitality OPERA 5 Property Services, affecting version 5.5.x. It has a CVSS 3.0 Base Score of 6.5, primarily impacting confidentiality.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Hospitality OPERA 5 Property Services
- Vendor: Oracle Corporation
- Affected Version: 5.5.x
Exploitation Mechanism
- Low privileged attacker with network access via HTTP
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2018-3013 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply security patches provided by Oracle promptly.
- Restrict network access to vulnerable services.
- Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch all software and applications.
- Conduct security training for employees to raise awareness of potential threats.
- Implement strong access controls and authentication mechanisms.
Patching and Updates
- Stay informed about security updates and advisories from Oracle.
- Regularly check for patches and apply them to vulnerable systems.