CVE-2018-3303 : Security Advisory and Response

Oracle Corporation's Enterprise Manager Base Platform versions 13.2 and 13.3 are affected by a vulnerability that allows unauthorized access and modification of data.

Understanding CVE-2018-3303

The vulnerability in the Enterprise Manager Base Platform component of Oracle's Enterprise Manager Products Suite poses risks to data confidentiality and integrity.

What is CVE-2018-3303?

The vulnerability in Oracle's Enterprise Manager Base Platform allows unauthenticated attackers with network access via HTTP to compromise the platform, potentially leading to unauthorized data manipulation and access.

The Impact of CVE-2018-3303

Unauthorized modification, addition, or removal of accessible data within the Enterprise Manager Base Platform
Unauthorized access to a portion of the data
CVSS 3.0 Base Score of 6.5, indicating impacts on confidentiality and integrity

Technical Details of CVE-2018-3303

The technical aspects of the vulnerability in Oracle's Enterprise Manager Base Platform.

Vulnerability Description

Vulnerability affects versions 13.2 and 13.3 of the Enterprise Manager Base Platform
Exploitable by attackers without authentication via HTTP

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Enterprise Manager Base Platform
Vendor: Oracle Corporation
Affected Versions: 13.2, 13.3

Exploitation Mechanism

Attacker with network access via HTTP can compromise the Enterprise Manager Base Platform

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to mitigate and prevent exploitation of CVE-2018-3303.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by Oracle
Restrict network access to the Enterprise Manager Base Platform

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch software and systems
Implement network segmentation and access controls

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security advisories from Oracle
Apply recommended patches and updates promptly