CVE-2019-2829 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

Oracle iSupport in Oracle E-Business Suite has a vulnerability that allows an unauthenticated attacker to compromise the system. The affected versions are 12.1.1 - 12.1.3 and 12.2.3 - 12.2.8.

Understanding CVE-2019-2829

This CVE involves a vulnerability in the Service Requests subcomponent of Oracle iSupport, impacting versions 12.1.1 - 12.1.3 and 12.2.3 - 12.2.8.

What is CVE-2019-2829?

The vulnerability in Oracle iSupport allows an unauthenticated attacker to exploit the system via HTTP, potentially compromising critical data and allowing unauthorized actions.

The Impact of CVE-2019-2829

Successful exploitation can lead to unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all Oracle iSupport data.
Unauthorized actions like updating, inserting, or deleting certain Oracle iSupport data are possible.
The CVSS 3.0 Base Score for this vulnerability is 8.2, indicating significant impacts on confidentiality and integrity.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-2829

This section provides more technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows an unauthenticated attacker to compromise Oracle iSupport via HTTP, potentially impacting additional products.

Affected Systems and Versions

Oracle iSupport versions 12.1.1 - 12.1.3 and 12.2.3 - 12.2.8 are affected.

Exploitation Mechanism

Successful attacks require human interaction from a person other than the attacker.
The vulnerability can significantly impact other related products.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2019-2829 is crucial for maintaining security.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by Oracle promptly.
Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity.
Restrict network access to vulnerable systems.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch software to prevent vulnerabilities.
Conduct security training to educate users on identifying and reporting potential threats.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security advisories and updates from Oracle.
Implement a robust cybersecurity strategy to prevent future exploits.