CVE-2020-14528 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2020-14528, a vulnerability in Oracle's Primavera Portfolio Management product allowing unauthorized access. Find mitigation steps and impact details.
A vulnerability in Oracle's Primavera Portfolio Management product allows unauthorized access and potential data compromise.
Understanding CVE-2020-14528
This CVE involves a security flaw in Oracle's Primavera Portfolio Management product, impacting multiple versions.
What is CVE-2020-14528?
The vulnerability in Primavera Portfolio Management enables an unauthenticated attacker to compromise the system via HTTP, potentially leading to unauthorized data access and manipulation.
The Impact of CVE-2020-14528
- Successful exploitation can allow unauthorized access to sensitive data within Primavera Portfolio Management.
- Attackers can perform unauthorized operations like update, insert, or delete on accessible data.
- The vulnerability may also impact other related products.
- CVSS 3.1 Base Score: 6.1 (Confidentiality and Integrity impacts).
Technical Details of CVE-2020-14528
This section provides detailed technical insights into the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to compromise Primavera Portfolio Management via HTTP, potentially leading to unauthorized data access and manipulation.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Primavera Portfolio Management versions 16.1.0.0-16.1.5.1, 18.0.0.0-18.0.2.0, and 19.0.0.0 are affected.
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attack Complexity: Low
- Attack Vector: Network
- User Interaction: Required
- Scope: Changed
- Privileges Required: None
- Confidentiality and Integrity Impact: Low
- Availability Impact: None
Mitigation and Prevention
Protect your systems from CVE-2020-14528 with the following steps:
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply vendor-supplied patches promptly.
- Monitor for any unauthorized access or activities.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch software to address vulnerabilities.
- Implement network security measures to restrict unauthorized access.
Patching and Updates
- Stay informed about security updates from Oracle.
- Apply patches and updates as soon as they are available.