CVE-2019-2664 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

Oracle Marketing component of Oracle E-Business Suite has a vulnerability impacting versions 12.1.1 to 12.2.8, allowing unauthorized access and data manipulation.

Understanding CVE-2019-2664

This CVE affects Oracle Marketing in E-Business Suite, potentially leading to critical data breaches and unauthorized data modifications.

What is CVE-2019-2664?

Vulnerability in Oracle Marketing Administration subcomponent
Affects versions 12.1.1 to 12.2.8
Allows unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise Oracle Marketing
Successful exploitation can lead to unauthorized data access and modifications

The Impact of CVE-2019-2664

Attacker needs network access and involvement of another person
Exploitation can impact other products besides Oracle Marketing
Unauthorized access to critical data or complete data access in Oracle Marketing
Unauthorized updates, insertions, or deletions to accessible data
CVSS 3.0 Base Score: 8.2 (Confidentiality and Integrity impacts)
CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:L/A:N)

Technical Details of CVE-2019-2664

Vulnerability Description

Vulnerability in Oracle Marketing component of Oracle E-Business Suite
Allows unauthenticated attacker to compromise Oracle Marketing

Affected Systems and Versions

Versions 12.1.1, 12.1.2, 12.1.3, 12.2.3, 12.2.4, 12.2.5, 12.2.6, 12.2.7, 12.2.8

Exploitation Mechanism

Attacker needs network access via HTTP
Involvement of another person required for successful attacks

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

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

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch all software and systems
Conduct security training for employees to recognize social engineering attacks

Patching and Updates

Oracle has released patches to address this vulnerability