CVE-2017-3419 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

Oracle CRM Technical Foundation in Oracle E-Business Suite is vulnerable to unauthorized access and data compromise.

Understanding CVE-2017-3419

This CVE involves a vulnerability in the User Interface subcomponent of Oracle E-Business Suite's Oracle CRM Technical Foundation.

What is CVE-2017-3419?

The vulnerability affects Oracle CRM Technical Foundation version 12.1.3
An unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP can exploit this vulnerability
Successful attacks require interaction from someone other than the attacker
The impact extends beyond Oracle CRM Technical Foundation to other products

The Impact of CVE-2017-3419

Unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all data within Oracle CRM Technical Foundation
Unauthorized modification, insertion, or deletion of accessible data
CVSS v3.0 Base Score of 8.2, highlighting confidentiality and integrity risks

Technical Details of CVE-2017-3419

Vulnerability Description

Vulnerability in Oracle CRM Technical Foundation component of Oracle E-Business Suite
Supported affected version: 12.1.3
Easily exploitable by an unauthenticated attacker via HTTP

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: CRM Technical Foundation
Vendor: Oracle
Affected Version: 12.1.3

Exploitation Mechanism

Attacker with network access via HTTP
Requires interaction from someone other than the attacker
Potential impact on additional products

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by Oracle
Monitor and restrict network access to vulnerable systems
Educate users on social engineering attacks

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch software and systems
Conduct security training for employees

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security advisories from Oracle
Implement timely updates and patches to address vulnerabilities