CVE-2020-2798 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability in Oracle WebLogic Server allows a high privileged attacker to compromise the server, potentially leading to a complete takeover.

Understanding CVE-2020-2798

This CVE involves a vulnerability in the Oracle WebLogic Server product of Oracle Fusion Middleware, specifically affecting versions 10.3.6.0.0, 12.1.3.0.0, 12.2.1.3.0, and 12.2.1.4.0.

What is CVE-2020-2798?

The vulnerability in Oracle WebLogic Server allows a high privileged attacker with network access via IIOP, T3 to compromise the server. Successful exploitation can result in a complete takeover of the Oracle WebLogic Server.

The Impact of CVE-2020-2798

CVSS 3.0 Base Score: 7.2 (High severity with Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability impacts)
Attack Vector: Network
Attack Complexity: Low
Privileges Required: High
User Interaction: None
Scope: Unchanged

Technical Details of CVE-2020-2798

This section provides more technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows attackers to compromise Oracle WebLogic Server, potentially leading to a complete takeover.

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected Versions: 10.3.6.0.0, 12.1.3.0.0, 12.2.1.3.0, 12.2.1.4.0
Product: WebLogic Server
Vendor: Oracle Corporation

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by a high privileged attacker with network access via IIOP, T3.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from CVE-2020-2798 with the following steps:

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 software to prevent vulnerabilities
Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of potential attacks

Patching and Updates

Ensure that you regularly update and patch Oracle WebLogic Server to mitigate the risk of exploitation.