CVE-2020-14898 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2020-14898, a vulnerability in Oracle Application Express Packaged Apps allowing unauthorized access. Find out the impact, affected systems, and mitigation steps.
A vulnerability in the Oracle Application Express Packaged Apps component of Oracle Database Server has been identified. This CVE affects versions prior to 20.2 and has a CVSS 3.1 Base Score of 5.4.
Understanding CVE-2020-14898
This CVE pertains to a vulnerability in Oracle Application Express Packaged Apps that could allow unauthorized access to sensitive data.
What is CVE-2020-14898?
The vulnerability in Oracle Application Express Packaged Apps allows a low-privileged attacker with a Valid User Account privilege and network access via HTTP to compromise the system. Successful attacks may impact additional products and lead to unauthorized data access.
The Impact of CVE-2020-14898
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized update, insert, or delete access to Oracle Application Express Packaged Apps data, as well as unauthorized read access to a subset of the data. The CVSS 3.1 Base Score is 5.4, indicating medium severity with confidentiality and integrity impacts.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-14898
This section provides more technical insights into the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows a low-privileged attacker to compromise Oracle Application Express Packaged Apps via network access, potentially leading to unauthorized data manipulation and access.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Application Express (APEX)
- Vendor: Oracle Corporation
- Versions Affected: Prior to 20.2 (unspecified version type)
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attack Complexity: Low
- Attack Vector: Network
- Privileges Required: Low
- User Interaction: Required
- Scope: Changed
- Confidentiality and Integrity Impact: Low
- Availability Impact: None
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2020-14898 is crucial to maintaining security.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply security patches provided by Oracle promptly.
- Monitor for any unauthorized access or changes in the system.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch software to address vulnerabilities.
- Implement strong access controls and user privilege management.
Patching and Updates
- Stay informed about security alerts and updates from Oracle.
- Ensure all systems are up to date with the latest patches and security measures.