Learn about CVE-2021-2062, a critical vulnerability in Oracle BI Publisher of Fusion Middleware impacting versions 5.5.0.0.0, 11.1.1.9.0, 12.2.1.3.0, and 12.2.1.4.0. Understand the exploit, impact, and necessary mitigation steps.
A vulnerability in the Oracle BI Publisher product of Oracle Fusion Middleware has been identified, affecting multiple versions. This article provides detailed insights into CVE-2021-2062.
Understanding CVE-2021-2062
This section delves into the nature of the CVE and its impact.
What is CVE-2021-2062?
The vulnerability in the Oracle BI Publisher product enables a low privileged attacker to compromise the system via HTTP, potentially leading to unauthorized data access and modification.
The Impact of CVE-2021-2062
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could result in unauthorized access to critical data and total control over all accessible data within Oracle BI Publisher.
Technical Details of CVE-2021-2062
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Vulnerability Description
The exploit allows an attacker with network access to compromise Oracle BI Publisher, necessitating human interaction, and could impact additional products.
Affected Systems and Versions
The vulnerability affects versions 5.5.0.0.0, 11.1.1.9.0, 12.2.1.3.0, and 12.2.1.4.0 of the Oracle BI Publisher product.
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers exploit this vulnerability by leveraging network access via HTTP, requiring limited privileges but involving human interaction.
Mitigation and Prevention
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Immediate Steps to Take
Implement immediate security measures, monitor network activities, and restrict access to vulnerable systems to prevent exploitation.
Long-Term Security Practices
Adopt robust security practices, conduct regular security audits, and ensure timely software updates to bolster system defenses.
Patching and Updates
Apply security patches released by Oracle Corporation promptly to address the vulnerability and enhance system security.