CVE-2021-2363 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability in the Oracle Public Sector Financials (International) product of Oracle E-Business Suite allows unauthorized access to critical data. This article provides insights into the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps related to CVE-2021-2363.

Understanding CVE-2021-2363

This section delves into the details of the CVE-2021-2363 vulnerability in Oracle E-Business Suite.

What is CVE-2021-2363?

The vulnerability affects Oracle Public Sector Financials (International) versions 12.1.1-12.1.3, allowing a low-privileged attacker to compromise critical data.

The Impact of CVE-2021-2363

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access to critical data and compromise of all accessible data within Oracle Public Sector Financials (International). CVSS 3.1 Base Score: 8.1 (High confidentiality and integrity impacts).

Technical Details of CVE-2021-2363

This section provides technical details of the CVE-2021-2363 vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in the Authorization component of Oracle Public Sector Financials (International) allows attackers to gain unauthorized access to critical data.

Affected Systems and Versions

Oracle Public Sector Financials (International) versions 12.1.1-12.1.3 are affected by this vulnerability.

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers with low privileges and network access via HTTP can exploit this vulnerability.

Mitigation and Prevention

Learn how to mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2021-2363.

Immediate Steps to Take

Implement access controls, monitor network traffic, and apply security patches promptly.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update systems, conduct security audits, and educate users on cybersecurity best practices.

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches provided by Oracle promptly to address the vulnerability.