CVE-2018-3108 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability in Oracle Fusion Middleware's Oracle Notification Service allows unauthorized access to critical data or complete data access. The affected versions are 12.2.1.2 and 12.2.1.3.

Understanding CVE-2018-3108

This CVE involves a vulnerability in Oracle Fusion Middleware, impacting versions 12.2.1.2 and 12.2.1.3.

What is CVE-2018-3108?

CVE-2018-3108 is a vulnerability in the Oracle Fusion Middleware component, specifically in the Oracle Notification Service. It can be exploited by a low privileged attacker with network access through HTTPS.

The Impact of CVE-2018-3108

Successful exploitation can lead to unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all accessible data within Oracle Fusion Middleware.
The CVSS 3.0 Base Score for this vulnerability is 5.3, focusing on confidentiality impacts.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-3108

This section provides technical details of the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows a low privileged attacker with network access via HTTPS to compromise Oracle Fusion Middleware.

Affected Systems and Versions

Oracle Fusion Middleware versions 12.2.1.2 and 12.2.1.3 are affected.

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can only be exploited by a low privileged attacker with network access through HTTPS.

Mitigation and Prevention

Learn how to mitigate and prevent the CVE.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by Oracle promptly.
Restrict network access to vulnerable systems.
Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch Oracle Fusion Middleware.
Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of potential breaches.

Patching and Updates

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