CVE-2021-2393 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability has been identified in the Oracle E-Records product of Oracle E-Business Suite, impacting versions 12.1.1-12.1.3 and 12.2.3-12.2.10. This vulnerability allows a low-privileged attacker to compromise Oracle E-Records, leading to unauthorized access to critical data.

Understanding CVE-2021-2393

This section provides an overview of the CVE-2021-2393 vulnerability affecting Oracle E-Records.

What is CVE-2021-2393?

The CVE-2021-2393 vulnerability exists in the E-signatures component of the Oracle E-Records product within the Oracle E-Business Suite. It is easily exploitable and allows a low-privileged attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise Oracle E-Records.

The Impact of CVE-2021-2393

Successful exploitation of CVE-2021-2393 can lead to unauthorized creation, deletion, or modification of critical data within Oracle E-Records. Attackers can gain unauthorized access to critical data or even obtain complete access to all Oracle E-Records accessible data, posing a significant risk to information confidentiality and integrity.

Technical Details of CVE-2021-2393

This section delves into the technical aspects of the CVE-2021-2393 vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows a low-privileged attacker to compromise Oracle E-Records via HTTP, resulting in unauthorized access to critical data and potential manipulation of records.

Affected Systems and Versions

Oracle E-Records versions 12.1.1-12.1.3 and 12.2.3-12.2.10 are known to be affected by CVE-2021-2393, leaving these systems vulnerable to exploitation.

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability with network access via HTTP to compromise Oracle E-Records, allowing for unauthorized data access and potential malicious activities.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems against CVE-2021-2393 requires immediate action and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Organizations should apply relevant patches and security updates provided by Oracle to mitigate the vulnerability's risks promptly.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implementing strong authentication mechanisms, access controls, and regular security audits can enhance the overall security posture and help prevent similar vulnerabilities in the future.

Patching and Updates

Regularly monitor for security advisories and updates from Oracle to ensure systems are up-to-date with the latest patches and protections against known vulnerabilities.