CVE-2020-2515 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2020-2515 affecting Oracle Database versions 11.2.0.4, 12.1.0.2, 12.2.0.1, 18c, 19c. Discover the impact, exploitation mechanism, and mitigation steps.
A vulnerability in the Database Gateway for ODBC component of Oracle Database Server affecting multiple versions.
Understanding CVE-2020-2515
What is CVE-2020-2515?
The vulnerability allows a low privileged attacker with specific privileges to compromise the Database Gateway for ODBC, potentially leading to unauthorized data access and partial denial of service.
The Impact of CVE-2020-2515
The vulnerability can result in unauthorized data manipulation and partial denial of service within the Database Gateway for ODBC component of Oracle Database Server.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-2515
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability in the Database Gateway for ODBC component allows attackers with limited privileges to compromise the system, potentially leading to unauthorized data access and partial denial of service.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Oracle Database versions affected: 11.2.0.4, 12.1.0.2, 12.2.0.1, 18c, 19c
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attack Complexity: High
- Attack Vector: Network
- Privileges Required: Low
- User Interaction: None
- CVSS 3.0 Base Score: 5.0
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply patches provided by Oracle promptly
- Restrict network access to the Database Gateway for ODBC
- Monitor for any unauthorized access attempts
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch Oracle Database installations
- Implement the principle of least privilege to limit access
Patching and Updates
- Stay informed about security updates from Oracle
- Regularly check for and apply patches to address known vulnerabilities