CVE-2019-2855 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2019-2855, a vulnerability in Oracle's Outside In Technology component, allowing unauthorized attackers to compromise systems via HTTP, potentially leading to data manipulation and denial of service.
A vulnerability in Oracle Fusion Middleware's Outside In Technology component, specifically in the Outside In Filters subcomponent, can be exploited by an unauthenticated attacker via HTTP, potentially compromising data integrity and availability.
Understanding CVE-2019-2855
This CVE pertains to a vulnerability in Oracle's Outside In Technology component, affecting version 8.5.4.
What is CVE-2019-2855?
The vulnerability allows unauthorized attackers with network access via HTTP to compromise Oracle Outside In Technology, leading to potential data manipulation and partial denial of service.
The Impact of CVE-2019-2855
- Unauthorized data manipulation (update, insert, delete) within Oracle Outside In Technology
- Unauthorized read access to certain data
- Potential partial denial of service of Oracle Outside In Technology
Technical Details of CVE-2019-2855
This section provides technical insights into the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability in the Outside In Technology component of Oracle Fusion Middleware allows unauthenticated attackers to compromise the system via HTTP, potentially leading to data manipulation and partial denial of service.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Outside In Technology
- Vendor: Oracle Corporation
- Affected Version: 8.5.4
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by unauthenticated attackers with network access via HTTP, enabling them to compromise Oracle Outside In Technology.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2019-2855 is crucial for maintaining security.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply patches and updates provided by Oracle
- Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity
- Restrict network access to vulnerable systems
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch software components
- Conduct security assessments and audits
- Implement network segmentation to limit exposure
Patching and Updates
- Oracle may release patches to address the vulnerability
- Stay informed about security advisories and updates from Oracle