CVE-2019-2651 Explained : Impact and Mitigation
Learn about CVE-2019-2651 affecting Oracle Email Center versions 12.1.1 to 12.2.8. An unauthenticated attacker via HTTP can compromise the system, leading to unauthorized data access and manipulation.
Oracle Email Center component of Oracle E-Business Suite is vulnerable in the Message Display subcomponent, impacting versions 12.1.1 to 12.2.8. An unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP can compromise the system, potentially leading to unauthorized data access and manipulation.
Understanding CVE-2019-2651
This CVE identifies a critical vulnerability in Oracle Email Center, affecting various versions and posing a significant risk to data security.
What is CVE-2019-2651?
- Vulnerability in the Message Display subcomponent of Oracle Email Center
- Affected 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, 12.2.8
- Exploitable by an unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP
The Impact of CVE-2019-2651
- Successful exploitation can compromise Oracle Email Center
- Requires human interaction from a person other than the attacker
- Potential unauthorized access to critical data and complete system compromise
- Unauthorized privileges like data update, insert, or delete
- 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-2019-2651
This section provides detailed technical insights into the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
- Vulnerability in the Message Display subcomponent of Oracle Email Center
Affected Systems and Versions
- Oracle Email Center component of Oracle E-Business Suite
- 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, 12.2.8
Exploitation Mechanism
- Exploitable by an unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP
Mitigation and Prevention
Protect your systems from CVE-2019-2651 with these essential steps.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply security patches provided by Oracle promptly
- Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity
- Restrict network access to vulnerable components
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch all software components
- Conduct security audits and vulnerability assessments periodically
- Educate users on safe browsing habits and security best practices
Patching and Updates
- Stay informed about security updates from Oracle
- Implement a robust patch management process to apply updates promptly