CVE-2019-2590 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2019-2590, a critical vulnerability in Oracle's PeopleSoft Enterprise HCM Talent Acquisition Manager version 9.2. Understand the impact, exploitation mechanism, and mitigation steps.
A vulnerability has been identified in the Job Opening subcomponent of Oracle's PeopleSoft Enterprise HCM Talent Acquisition Manager version 9.2, allowing unauthorized access and potential compromise of critical data.
Understanding CVE-2019-2590
This CVE pertains to a security flaw in the PeopleSoft Enterprise HCM Talent Acquisition Manager, impacting version 9.2.
What is CVE-2019-2590?
The vulnerability in the Job Opening subcomponent of Oracle's PeopleSoft Enterprise HCM Talent Acquisition Manager version 9.2 can be exploited by an unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP. Successful exploitation requires human interaction and can lead to unauthorized access to critical data.
The Impact of CVE-2019-2590
- Successful attacks can compromise the PeopleSoft Enterprise HCM Talent Acquisition Manager, potentially granting unauthorized privileges to access, update, insert, or delete critical data.
- The vulnerability's CVSS 3.0 Base Score is 8.2, with significant impacts on confidentiality and integrity.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-2590
This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows an unauthenticated attacker to compromise the PeopleSoft Enterprise HCM Talent Acquisition Manager through the Job Opening subcomponent.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: PeopleSoft Enterprise HCM Talent Acquisition Manager
- Vendor: Oracle Corporation
- Affected Version: 9.2
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attacker requires network access via HTTP
- Human interaction from a person other than the attacker is necessary for successful attacks
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2019-2590 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply security patches provided by Oracle promptly
- Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity
- Restrict access to vulnerable systems
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch software to address known vulnerabilities
- Conduct security training for employees to recognize and report potential threats
Patching and Updates
- Stay informed about security advisories from Oracle
- Implement a robust patch management process to ensure timely application of updates