CVE-2018-2880 : What You Need to Know

A vulnerability has been identified in the MICROS Retail-J component of Oracle Retail Applications, affecting version 12.1.2.

Understanding CVE-2018-2880

This CVE involves a vulnerability in the MICROS Retail-J component of Oracle Retail Applications, specifically impacting version 12.1.2.

What is CVE-2018-2880?

The vulnerability allows an unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise MICROS Retail-J.
Successful exploitation can lead to unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all MICROS Retail-J data.

The Impact of CVE-2018-2880

The vulnerability has a base score of 7.5, primarily affecting confidentiality.
If exploited, it can result in unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all MICROS Retail-J data.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-2880

This section provides technical details of the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

Vulnerability in the MICROS Retail-J component of Oracle Retail Applications, specifically version 12.1.2.

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected product: MICROS Retail-J
Vendor: Oracle Corporation
Affected version: 12.1.2

Exploitation Mechanism

Unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP can exploit the vulnerability.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to address and prevent the CVE.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by Oracle promptly.
Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement strong authentication mechanisms.
Regularly update and patch software to prevent vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Regularly check for security updates and apply them as soon as they are available.