CVE-2018-3311 Explained : Impact and Mitigation

A vulnerability in the Security subcomponent of the Oracle Retail Applications' Oracle Retail Xstore Payment component version 3.3 allows unauthenticated attackers to compromise the system, potentially leading to unauthorized data access and partial denial of service.

Understanding CVE-2018-3311

This CVE involves a critical vulnerability in the Oracle Retail Xstore Payment component, impacting version 3.3 of the software.

What is CVE-2018-3311?

The vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers with network access via HTTP to compromise the Oracle Retail Xstore Payment system. Successful exploitation can result in unauthorized access to critical data, complete control over accessible data, unauthorized data manipulation, and partial denial of service.

The Impact of CVE-2018-3311

An attacker can gain unauthorized access to critical data and full control over accessible data in Oracle Retail Xstore Payment.
Unauthorized manipulation of data such as update, insert, or delete operations is possible.
The vulnerability can lead to partial denial of service (partial DOS) affecting the system's availability.
The CVSS 3.0 Base Score for this vulnerability is 8.6, with impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-3311

This section provides technical details about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in the Oracle Retail Xstore Payment component allows unauthenticated attackers to compromise the system through HTTP access, potentially leading to unauthorized data access and partial denial of service.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: MICROS Xstore Payment
Vendor: Oracle Corporation
Affected Version: 3.3

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers exploit the vulnerability through network access via HTTP.
Successful attacks can result in unauthorized access to critical data, complete control over accessible data, and partial denial of service.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2018-3311 is crucial to prevent unauthorized access and data manipulation.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by Oracle Corporation promptly.
Restrict network access to the Oracle Retail Xstore Payment system.
Monitor system logs for any suspicious activities.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch software to address known vulnerabilities.
Conduct security assessments and penetration testing to identify and mitigate potential risks.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security advisories and updates from Oracle Corporation.
Implement a robust patch management process to ensure timely application of security fixes.