CVE-2018-3165 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2018-3165, a critical vulnerability in Oracle's PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools versions 8.55 and 8.56. Understand the impact, exploitation mechanism, and mitigation steps.
A vulnerability in the SQR subcomponent of Oracle's PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools has been identified, affecting versions 8.55 and 8.56. This vulnerability could be exploited by a privileged attacker with network access via HTTP, potentially leading to a complete takeover of the PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools.
Understanding CVE-2018-3165
This CVE entry highlights a critical vulnerability in Oracle's PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools, impacting versions 8.55 and 8.56.
What is CVE-2018-3165?
The vulnerability in the SQR subcomponent of PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools allows a high privileged attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise the system, potentially resulting in a complete takeover.
The Impact of CVE-2018-3165
If successfully exploited, this vulnerability can lead to a complete compromise of the PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools, affecting confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The CVSS 3.0 Base Score for this vulnerability is 7.2.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-3165
This section provides technical details about the CVE-2018-3165 vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability in the SQR subcomponent of PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools allows a privileged attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise the system, potentially resulting in a complete takeover.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: PeopleSoft Enterprise PT PeopleTools
- Vendor: Oracle Corporation
- Affected Versions: 8.55, 8.56
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by a high privileged attacker with network access via HTTP, enabling them to compromise the PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2018-3165 is crucial to prevent potential security breaches.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply security patches provided by Oracle promptly.
- Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity.
- Restrict network access to critical systems.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Conduct regular security assessments and audits.
- Implement strong access controls and authentication mechanisms.
- Stay informed about security updates and best practices.
Patching and Updates
Regularly update and patch the affected PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools versions to mitigate the vulnerability.