Privilege escalation in Oracle WebLogic Server
| Risk | Low |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2018-2894 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-264 |
| Exploitation vector | Network |
| Public exploit | Public exploit code for vulnerability #1 is available. |
| Vulnerable software Subscribe |
Oracle WebLogic Server Server applications / Application servers |
| Vendor | Oracle |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.
1) Privilege escalation
EUVDB-ID: #VU13906
Risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 8.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2018-2894
CWE-ID:
CWE-264 - Permissions, Privileges, and Access Controls
Exploit availability: Yes
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain elevated privileges on the target system on the target system.
The vulnerability exists due to flaw in the Oracle WebLogic Server WLS - Web Services component. A remote unauthenticated attacker can gain elevated privileges.
MitigationInstall update from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsOracle WebLogic Server: 10.3.6.0.0 - 12.2.1.3.0
External linkshttp://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpujul2018-4258247.html
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.
