CVE-2017-3349 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

Oracle Marketing component of Oracle E-Business Suite has a vulnerability affecting versions 12.1.1 to 12.2.6, allowing unauthorized access and data manipulation.

Understanding CVE-2017-3349

This CVE involves a critical vulnerability in the Oracle Marketing component of Oracle E-Business Suite.

What is CVE-2017-3349?

The vulnerability in the User Interface subcomponent of Oracle Marketing impacts versions 12.1.1, 12.1.2, 12.1.3, 12.2.3, 12.2.4, 12.2.5, and 12.2.6. It can be exploited by an unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP, potentially compromising Oracle Marketing.

The Impact of CVE-2017-3349

Successful exploitation can lead to unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all Oracle Marketing data.
Attackers may gain unauthorized privileges for data manipulation within Oracle Marketing.
The CVSS v3.0 Base Score rates the impact at 8.2, affecting confidentiality and integrity.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-3349

This section provides more in-depth technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows attackers to compromise Oracle Marketing, potentially leading to unauthorized data access and manipulation.

Affected Systems and Versions

Oracle Marketing component of Oracle E-Business Suite
Versions 12.1.1, 12.1.2, 12.1.3, 12.2.3, 12.2.4, 12.2.5, 12.2.6

Exploitation Mechanism

Unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP
Involvement of a third party for successful attacks
Potential impact on additional products beyond Oracle Marketing

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2017-3349 is crucial to prevent unauthorized access and data breaches.

Immediate Steps to Take

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

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch all software components.
Conduct security assessments and penetration testing.
Educate users on safe browsing habits and security best practices.

Patching and Updates

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