CVE-2019-2959 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

A security flaw has been identified in Oracle Hyperion's Hyperion Financial Reporting product, affecting version 11.1.2.4. This vulnerability, although challenging to exploit, could potentially allow a high-privileged attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise the integrity of Hyperion Financial Reporting.

Understanding CVE-2019-2959

This CVE involves a security vulnerability in Oracle Hyperion's Hyperion Financial Reporting product, specifically impacting its Security Models component.

What is CVE-2019-2959?

The vulnerability in version 11.1.2.4 of Oracle Hyperion's Hyperion Financial Reporting product allows a high-privileged attacker with network access through HTTP to compromise the system's integrity. Successful exploitation requires human interaction from a person other than the attacker.

The Impact of CVE-2019-2959

Successful attacks could lead to unauthorized manipulation, deletion, or creation of critical or accessible data within Hyperion Financial Reporting.
The Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) 3.0 rates this vulnerability with a base score of 4.2, specifically affecting integrity.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-2959

This section provides detailed technical information about the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows a high-privileged attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise the integrity of Hyperion Financial Reporting.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Hyperion Financial Reporting
Vendor: Oracle Corporation
Affected Version: 11.1.2.4

Exploitation Mechanism

Successful exploitation requires a high-privileged attacker with network access through HTTP and human interaction from a third party.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2019-2959 is crucial to maintaining security.

Immediate Steps to Take

Monitor for any unusual activities or unauthorized access attempts.
Implement strict access controls and user privileges.
Regularly update and patch the Hyperion Financial Reporting product.

Long-Term Security Practices

Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing.
Educate users on security best practices and potential threats.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches and updates provided by Oracle Corporation to address the vulnerability.