CVE-2020-2673 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2020-2673, a vulnerability in Oracle Application Testing Suite that allows unauthorized attackers to compromise critical data. Find out the impact, affected versions, and mitigation steps.
A vulnerability in Oracle Application Testing Suite allows unauthorized attackers to compromise critical data.
Understanding CVE-2020-2673
What is CVE-2020-2673?
The vulnerability in Oracle Application Testing Suite enables unauthenticated attackers to exploit the Oracle Flow Builder component, potentially leading to unauthorized access to critical data.
The Impact of CVE-2020-2673
The vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 Base Score of 7.5, with high confidentiality impacts. Successful exploitation could result in unauthorized access to critical data or complete compromise of all accessible data within the Oracle Application Testing Suite.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-2673
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability in Oracle Application Testing Suite allows unauthenticated attackers with network access via HTTP to compromise the system, potentially leading to unauthorized data access.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Application Testing Suite
- Vendor: Oracle Corporation
- Affected Versions: 12.5.0.3, 13.1.0.1, 13.2.0.1, 13.3.0.1
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability is easily exploitable, requiring only network access via HTTP for attackers to compromise the Oracle Application Testing Suite.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply security patches provided by Oracle promptly.
- Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity.
- Restrict network access to the Oracle Application Testing Suite.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Conduct regular security assessments and audits.
- Implement strong authentication mechanisms.
- Keep systems and software up to date.
Patching and Updates
Ensure that all systems running Oracle Application Testing Suite are updated with the latest security patches.