CVE-2017-10077 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

Oracle Applications DBA in Oracle E-Business Suite has a vulnerability in the AD Utilities subcomponent, affecting versions 12.1.3 to 12.2.7. An attacker with network access via HTTP can compromise the system, leading to unauthorized data manipulation.

Understanding CVE-2017-10077

This CVE involves a critical vulnerability in Oracle Applications DBA, impacting various versions and potentially allowing unauthorized access and data manipulation.

What is CVE-2017-10077?

Vulnerability in Oracle Applications DBA within Oracle E-Business Suite
Affected versions: 12.1.3, 12.2.3, 12.2.4, 12.2.5, 12.2.6, 12.2.7
Exploitable by a highly privileged attacker with network access via HTTP

The Impact of CVE-2017-10077

Compromise of Oracle Applications DBA by unauthorized manipulation of critical data
Unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all accessible data
CVSS 3.0 Base Score: 6.5 (confidentiality and integrity impacted)

Technical Details of CVE-2017-10077

This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

Vulnerability in Oracle Applications DBA component of Oracle E-Business Suite
Easily exploitable by a highly privileged attacker with network access via HTTP

Affected Systems and Versions

Oracle Applications DBA versions 12.1.3, 12.2.3, 12.2.4, 12.2.5, 12.2.6, 12.2.7

Exploitation Mechanism

Attacker with network access via HTTP can compromise Oracle Applications DBA
Unauthorized manipulation, deletion, or creation of critical data possible

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2017-10077 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by Oracle
Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activities
Restrict network access to critical systems

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch Oracle Applications DBA
Conduct security audits and penetration testing
Educate users on safe browsing habits and security best practices

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates from Oracle
Implement patches promptly to mitigate vulnerabilities