CVE-2020-2967 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2020-2967 affecting Oracle WebLogic Server versions 10.3.6.0.0, 12.1.3.0.0, 12.2.1.3.0, 12.2.1.4.0, and 14.1.1.0.0. Understand the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps for this vulnerability.
A vulnerability in Oracle WebLogic Server allows unauthorized attackers to compromise the server, potentially leading to unauthorized data access.
Understanding CVE-2020-2967
This CVE involves a vulnerability in Oracle WebLogic Server that could be exploited by unauthenticated attackers.
What is CVE-2020-2967?
The vulnerability in Oracle WebLogic Server's Web Services component affects versions 10.3.6.0.0, 12.1.3.0.0, 12.2.1.3.0, 12.2.1.4.0, and 14.1.1.0.0. Attackers with network access via IIOP, T3 can compromise the server, potentially gaining unauthorized access to critical data.
The Impact of CVE-2020-2967
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all data accessible via Oracle WebLogic Server. The CVSS 3.1 Base Score is 7.5, with a high impact on confidentiality.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-2967
This section provides more technical insights into the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers with network access via IIOP, T3 to compromise Oracle WebLogic Server, potentially leading to unauthorized data access.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Affected versions: 10.3.6.0.0, 12.1.3.0.0, 12.2.1.3.0, 12.2.1.4.0, 14.1.1.0.0
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attack vector: Network
- Attack complexity: Low
- Privileges required: None
- User interaction: None
- Confidentiality impact: High
- Integrity impact: None
- Availability impact: None
- Vector String: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from this vulnerability requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply security patches provided by Oracle promptly.
- Monitor Oracle's security alerts for updates and advisories.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Implement network security measures to restrict unauthorized access.
- Regularly update and patch Oracle WebLogic Server to address security vulnerabilities.
Patching and Updates
Regularly check for and apply security patches and updates released by Oracle to mitigate the vulnerability.