CVE-2019-2640 : What You Need to Know

Oracle Trade Management, a component of the Oracle E-Business Suite, is affected by a critical vulnerability in its User Interface. This CVE impacts versions 12.1.1 to 12.2.8, potentially compromising data security.

Understanding CVE-2019-2640

Oracle Trade Management's User Interface component is vulnerable, affecting versions 12.1.1 to 12.2.8.

What is CVE-2019-2640?

The vulnerability allows an unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise Oracle Trade Management. Successful exploitation could lead to unauthorized data access and control.

The Impact of CVE-2019-2640

Attacker can gain unauthorized access to critical data in Oracle Trade Management
Complete control over accessible data
Unauthorized updates, inserts, or deletions on certain data
CVSS 3.0 Base Score: 8.2 (Confidentiality and Integrity impacts)
CVSS Vector: CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:L/A:N

Technical Details of CVE-2019-2640

Oracle Trade Management vulnerability details.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in the User Interface component of Oracle Trade Management allows unauthorized access and control over critical data.

Affected Systems and Versions

Versions 12.1.1, 12.1.2, 12.1.3, 12.2.3, 12.2.4, 12.2.5, 12.2.6, 12.2.7, and 12.2.8 are impacted.

Exploitation Mechanism

Attacker needs network access via HTTP without authentication
Involves human interaction from a person other than the attacker
Potential impact on other related products

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to mitigate the CVE-2019-2640 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by Oracle
Monitor for any unauthorized access or changes
Restrict network access to vulnerable components

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch software
Conduct security assessments and audits
Implement network segmentation and access controls

Patching and Updates

Oracle has released patches to address the vulnerability
Ensure timely application of security updates