CVE-2019-2558 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2019-2558 affecting Oracle Retail Point-of-Service versions 13.4, 14.0, and 14.1. Understand the impact, exploitation mechanism, and mitigation steps.
A security weakness has been identified in the Oracle Retail Point-of-Service component of Oracle Retail Applications, affecting versions 13.4, 14.0, and 14.1.
Understanding CVE-2019-2558
This CVE pertains to a vulnerability in the Oracle Retail Point-of-Service component, allowing unauthorized attackers to compromise the system.
What is CVE-2019-2558?
The vulnerability in Oracle Retail Point-of-Service can be exploited by unauthorized attackers with network access via HTTP, potentially leading to data manipulation and unauthorized access.
The Impact of CVE-2019-2558
- Unauthorized manipulation of data within the Oracle Retail Point-of-Service system
- Unauthorized access to a subset of data
- Partial denial of service within the system
- CVSS 3.0 Base Score of 7.3, impacting confidentiality, integrity, and availability
Technical Details of CVE-2019-2558
This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to compromise the Oracle Retail Point-of-Service system through HTTP access, enabling unauthorized data manipulation and access.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Retail Point-of-Service
- Vendor: Oracle Corporation
- Affected Versions: 13.4, 14.0, 14.1
Exploitation Mechanism
Unauthorized attackers with network access via HTTP can exploit the vulnerability, potentially leading to unauthorized data manipulation and partial denial of service.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2019-2558 is crucial to prevent potential compromises.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply security patches provided by Oracle
- Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity
- Restrict network access to the Oracle Retail Point-of-Service system
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch software components
- Conduct security assessments and penetration testing
- Implement network segmentation to limit access to critical systems
Patching and Updates
Ensure timely installation of security patches and updates provided by Oracle to address the vulnerability.