CVE-2021-2138 : Security Advisory and Response
CVE-2021-2138 allows low-privileged attackers to compromise Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Data Science Notebook Sessions, leading to unauthorized data access. Learn the impact and mitigation steps.
A vulnerability has been identified in the Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Data Science Notebook Sessions. This vulnerability is easily exploitable and can allow a low-privileged attacker to compromise the sessions, potentially leading to unauthorized access to data. Oracle has issued a notification to all affected customers regarding CVE-2021-2138.
Understanding CVE-2021-2138
This section provides detailed insights into the nature and impact of the vulnerability.
What is CVE-2021-2138?
The vulnerability exists in the Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Data Science Notebook Sessions, allowing attackers with access to compromise the sessions. Successful exploitation could result in unauthorized data access and manipulation.
The Impact of CVE-2021-2138
The vulnerability can potentially enable attackers to gain unauthorized access to sensitive data within the Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Data Science Notebook Sessions, threatening data confidentiality and integrity.
Technical Details of CVE-2021-2138
Explore the technical aspects of the vulnerability to understand how it can be exploited.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability in the Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Data Science Notebook Sessions permits low-privileged attackers to compromise the sessions, leading to unauthorized data access and manipulation.
Affected Systems and Versions
The affected product is the Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Data Science Notebook Sessions across all versions.
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers with access to the physical communication segment of the hardware executing the Notebook Sessions can exploit the vulnerability to compromise the sessions.
Mitigation and Prevention
Learn about the steps to mitigate the impact of CVE-2021-2138 and prevent similar vulnerabilities in the future.
Immediate Steps to Take
Users are advised to stay updated with Oracle's security notifications and apply relevant patches promptly to protect against exploitation of this vulnerability.
Long-Term Security Practices
Implementing robust access controls and regularly monitoring system activity can help prevent unauthorized access and protect sensitive data.
Patching and Updates
Regularly check for security updates from Oracle and apply patches as soon as they are available to address known vulnerabilities.