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CVE-2019-2906 Explained : Impact and Mitigation

Learn about CVE-2019-2906, a vulnerability in Oracle Fusion Middleware's BI Publisher (formerly XML Publisher) product. Unauthorized access to critical data is possible in versions 11.1.1.9.0, 12.2.1.3.0, and 12.2.1.4.0.

Oracle Fusion Middleware's BI Publisher (formerly XML Publisher) product has a vulnerability in its Mobile Service component. The affected versions are 11.1.1.9.0, 12.2.1.3.0, and 12.2.1.4.0, allowing unauthorized access to critical data.

Understanding CVE-2019-2906

This CVE involves a vulnerability in Oracle's BI Publisher (formerly XML Publisher) product, impacting versions 11.1.1.9.0, 12.2.1.3.0, and 12.2.1.4.0.

What is CVE-2019-2906?

        Vulnerability in Oracle Fusion Middleware's BI Publisher (formerly XML Publisher) product
        Exploitable by an unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP
        Requires human interaction for successful attacks

The Impact of CVE-2019-2906

        Unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all accessible data within BI Publisher
        Enables unauthorized updates, inserts, or deletions to some accessible data
        CVSS 3.0 Base Score: 8.2 (Confidentiality and Integrity impacts)

Technical Details of CVE-2019-2906

This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

        Vulnerability in BI Publisher (formerly XML Publisher) product
        Affects versions 11.1.1.9.0, 12.2.1.3.0, and 12.2.1.4.0

Affected Systems and Versions

        BI Publisher (formerly XML Publisher) versions 11.1.1.9.0, 12.2.1.3.0, and 12.2.1.4.0

Exploitation Mechanism

        Unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP can compromise BI Publisher
        Human interaction required for successful attacks

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from this vulnerability by following these steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

        Apply security patches provided by Oracle
        Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity

Long-Term Security Practices

        Implement network segmentation to limit access
        Conduct regular security audits and penetration testing

Patching and Updates

        Stay updated with security advisories from Oracle
        Apply patches promptly to secure your systems

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