CVE-2021-2008 : Security Advisory and Response
Discover the impact of CVE-2021-2008, a vulnerability in Oracle Enterprise Manager affecting versions 11.1.1.9 and 12.2.1.3. Learn about the exploitation mechanism and mitigation strategies.
A vulnerability has been identified in the Enterprise Manager for Fusion Middleware product of Oracle Enterprise Manager, specifically affecting versions 11.1.1.9 and 12.2.1.3. This vulnerability could allow an unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise Enterprise Manager for Fusion Middleware, potentially leading to unauthorized data access and denial of service attacks.
Understanding CVE-2021-2008
This section delves into the key aspects of the CVE-2021-2008 vulnerability.
What is CVE-2021-2008?
The vulnerability, present in Oracle Enterprise Manager's Fusion Middleware Control Plugin, allows unauthorized access resulting in potential data compromise and denial of service attacks.
The Impact of CVE-2021-2008
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to unauthorized data access and partial denial of service attacks on the affected Enterprise Manager for Fusion Middleware instances.
Technical Details of CVE-2021-2008
In this section, we explore the technical details of the CVE-2021-2008 vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to compromise Enterprise Manager for Fusion Middleware, leading to unauthorized data access and potential denial of service.
Affected Systems and Versions
Oracle Enterprise Manager versions 11.1.1.9 and 12.2.1.3 are impacted by this vulnerability within the Fusion Middleware product.
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers with network access via HTTP can exploit this vulnerability, potentially executing unauthorized actions on the affected systems.
Mitigation and Prevention
Learn how to mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2021-2008 in this section.
Immediate Steps to Take
Immediately apply relevant patches and security updates provided by Oracle Corporation to address this vulnerability and enhance system security.
Long-Term Security Practices
Implement comprehensive security measures such as network segmentation, access controls, and regular security assessments to bolster your overall security posture.
Patching and Updates
Stay informed about security updates and patches released by Oracle Corporation for Enterprise Manager for Fusion Middleware to stay protected against potential threats.