CVE-2018-2803 : Security Advisory and Response

Oracle Hospitality Reporting and Analytics component of Oracle Hospitality Applications (specifically the Report subcomponent) version 9.0 is vulnerable to unauthorized access and data manipulation.

Understanding CVE-2018-2803

This CVE involves a vulnerability in Oracle Hospitality Reporting and Analytics, allowing attackers to compromise the system through HTTP.

What is CVE-2018-2803?

The vulnerability in Oracle Hospitality Reporting and Analytics version 9.0 enables low-privileged attackers to exploit the system via network access, potentially leading to unauthorized actions and data compromise.

The Impact of CVE-2018-2803

Attackers can create, delete, or modify critical data without authorization.
Unauthorized access to critical and accessible data within the system is possible.
The CVSS 3.0 Base Score is 8.1, affecting system confidentiality and integrity.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-2803

Oracle Hospitality Reporting and Analytics version 9.0 is susceptible to exploitation through network access.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows attackers with network access via HTTP to compromise the system, leading to unauthorized data manipulation and access.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Hospitality Reporting and Analytics
Vendor: Oracle Corporation
Version: 9.0

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers exploit the vulnerability through network access via HTTP.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to address and prevent the CVE-2018-2803 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

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

Long-Term Security Practices

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

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security advisories from Oracle.
Implement a robust cybersecurity strategy to prevent future vulnerabilities.