CVE-2020-14653 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2020-14653, a vulnerability in Oracle's Primavera P6 Enterprise Project Portfolio Management software allowing unauthorized access. Find mitigation steps and long-term security practices.
A vulnerability in Oracle's Primavera P6 Enterprise Project Portfolio Management allows attackers to compromise the system and access sensitive data.
Understanding CVE-2020-14653
This CVE involves a security flaw in Oracle's Primavera P6 Enterprise Project Portfolio Management software.
What is CVE-2020-14653?
The vulnerability in Primavera P6 Enterprise Project Portfolio Management enables a low-privileged attacker to exploit the system via HTTP, potentially leading to unauthorized data access and manipulation.
The Impact of CVE-2020-14653
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized access to sensitive data within the Primavera P6 Enterprise Project Portfolio Management system, compromising confidentiality and integrity.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-14653
This section provides more in-depth technical insights into the CVE.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows attackers with network access to compromise the Primavera P6 Enterprise Project Portfolio Management system, leading to unauthorized data manipulation and access.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Primavera P6 Enterprise Project Portfolio Management
- Vendor: Oracle Corporation
- Affected Versions: 16.1.0.0-16.2.20.1, 17.1.0.0-17.12.17.1, 18.1.0.0-18.8.18.2
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attack Complexity: Low
- Attack Vector: Network
- Privileges Required: Low
- User Interaction: None
- Scope: Unchanged
- CVSS 3.1 Base Score: 5.4 (Medium Severity)
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2020-14653 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply security patches provided by Oracle promptly.
- Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activities.
- Restrict network access to vulnerable systems.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch software to address security vulnerabilities.
- Conduct security assessments and penetration testing to identify and mitigate risks.
Patching and Updates
- Stay informed about security alerts and updates from Oracle.
- Implement a robust cybersecurity strategy to prevent future vulnerabilities.