CVE-2018-3228 : Security Advisory and Response

Oracle Outside In Technology vulnerability affecting versions 8.5.3 and 8.5.4, allowing unauthorized access and denial of service attacks.

Understanding CVE-2018-3228

Vulnerability in Oracle Outside In Technology with significant impacts on confidentiality and availability.

What is CVE-2018-3228?

Vulnerability in Oracle Fusion Middleware's Oracle Outside In Technology, specifically in Outside In Filters subcomponent
Affects versions 8.5.3 and 8.5.4, allowing unauthenticated network attackers via HTTP to compromise the technology
Successful exploitation can lead to unauthorized actions like causing crashes and unauthorized data access

The Impact of CVE-2018-3228

Successful attacks can result in denial of service (DoS) by causing crashes in Oracle Outside In Technology
Unauthorized access to a limited portion of data accessible in Oracle Outside In Technology

Technical Details of CVE-2018-3228

Vulnerability specifics and affected systems

Vulnerability Description

Vulnerability in Oracle Outside In Technology component of Oracle Fusion Middleware
Easily exploitable by unauthenticated attackers with network access via HTTP
Successful attacks require human interaction and can lead to unauthorized actions

Affected Systems and Versions

Oracle Outside In Technology versions 8.5.3 and 8.5.4

Exploitation Mechanism

Attacker with network access via HTTP can compromise Oracle Outside In Technology

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to mitigate and prevent exploitation

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply vendor-supplied patches and updates promptly
Monitor Oracle's security advisories for any new information

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement network security measures to restrict unauthorized access
Regularly update and patch software to address vulnerabilities

Patching and Updates

Regularly check for and apply security patches provided by Oracle