CVE-2017-10228 : Security Advisory and Response

Oracle Hospitality Cruise Shipboard Property Management System version 8.0.0.0 is vulnerable to unauthorized access and data compromise.

Understanding CVE-2017-10228

This CVE involves a vulnerability in the Module component of the Oracle Hospitality Cruise Shipboard Property Management System.

What is CVE-2017-10228?

The vulnerability allows a low-privileged attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise the system, potentially leading to unauthorized data manipulation and access.

The Impact of CVE-2017-10228

Successful exploitation can result in unauthorized access to update, insert, or delete data within the system.
Attackers can also gain unauthorized read access to certain data, impacting confidentiality and integrity.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-10228

The vulnerability details and affected systems.

Vulnerability Description

Vulnerability in the Oracle Hospitality Cruise Shipboard Property Management System component of Oracle Hospitality Applications.
Easily exploitable by a low-privileged attacker with network access via HTTP.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Hospitality Cruise Shipboard Property Management System
Vendor: Oracle Corporation
Affected Version: 8.0.0.0

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers with network access via HTTP can compromise the system, leading to unauthorized data access and manipulation.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to mitigate and prevent exploitation of CVE-2017-10228.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply patches and updates provided by Oracle promptly.
Restrict network access to the system to trusted sources only.
Monitor system logs for any suspicious activities.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch all software and systems.
Conduct security training for employees to recognize and report potential security threats.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security advisories from Oracle.
Implement a robust patch management process to apply updates promptly.