CVE-2019-2463 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability has been identified in Oracle Fusion Middleware's Oracle Outside In Technology component, affecting versions 8.5.3 and 8.5.4.

Understanding CVE-2019-2463

This CVE involves a vulnerability in the Outside In Filters subcomponent of Oracle Outside In Technology, allowing unauthorized access and potential denial of service attacks.

What is CVE-2019-2463?

The vulnerability in Oracle Outside In Technology enables an unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP to manipulate data and disrupt service availability.

The Impact of CVE-2019-2463

Unauthorized data manipulation within Oracle Outside In Technology
Potential unauthorized updates, inserts, or deletes
Partial denial of service attacks on Oracle Outside In Technology

Technical Details of CVE-2019-2463

This section provides detailed technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows attackers to compromise Oracle Outside In Technology, impacting data integrity and availability.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Outside In Technology
Vendor: Oracle Corporation
Affected Versions: 8.5.3, 8.5.4

Exploitation Mechanism

Attacker requires network access via HTTP
No authentication needed for exploitation
Vulnerability can lead to unauthorized data manipulation and partial denial of service

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2019-2463 is crucial for maintaining security.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply vendor-supplied patches promptly
Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity
Restrict network access to vulnerable components

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch software components
Conduct security assessments and audits periodically
Implement network segmentation to limit exposure

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security advisories from Oracle
Apply recommended patches and updates as soon as they are available