CVE-2018-2907 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2018-2907 affecting Oracle Hyperion Financial Reporting. An unauthenticated attacker can exploit this vulnerability via HTTP, potentially compromising critical data. Find mitigation steps here.
Oracle Hyperion Financial Reporting component has a vulnerability in the Security Models subcomponent, affecting version 11.1.2. An unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP can exploit this vulnerability, potentially compromising critical data.
Understanding CVE-2018-2907
This CVE involves a security vulnerability in Oracle Hyperion's Hyperion Financial Reporting component.
What is CVE-2018-2907?
The vulnerability in the Security Models subcomponent of Oracle Hyperion's Hyperion Financial Reporting component allows unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all accessible data within Hyperion Financial Reporting.
The Impact of CVE-2018-2907
- CVSS 3.0 Base Score: 8.6 (Confidentiality impacts)
- Successful exploitation can lead to unauthorized access to critical data.
- Other products may also be significantly affected by potential attacks.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-2907
This section provides technical details of the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
- Vulnerability in the Hyperion Financial Reporting component of Oracle Hyperion.
- Easily exploitable by an unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Hyperion Financial Reporting
- Vendor: Oracle Corporation
- Affected Version: 11.1.2
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attacker with network access via HTTP can compromise Hyperion Financial Reporting.
- Successful attacks can result in unauthorized access to critical data.
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to address and prevent the vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply security patches provided by Oracle.
- Restrict network access to vulnerable systems.
- Monitor for any unauthorized access attempts.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch software to address vulnerabilities.
- Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of potential attacks.
Patching and Updates
- Stay informed about security advisories from Oracle.
- Apply recommended patches promptly to secure systems.