Improper input validation in Oracle Database Server - CVE-2021-2173
Published: April 21, 2021 / Updated: June 6, 2021
Vulnerability identifier: #VU52380
CSH Severity: Low
CVSS v4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:H/UI:N/VC:N/VI:N/VA:N/SC:L/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/U:Clear
CVE-ID: CVE-2021-2173
CWE-ID: CWE-20
Exploitation vector: Remote access
Exploit availability:
Public exploit is available
Vendor: Oracle
Affected software:
Oracle Database Server
Oracle Database Server
Detailed vulnerability description
The vulnerability allows a remote privileged user to gain access to sensitive information.
The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation within the Recovery in Oracle Database Server. A remote privileged user can exploit this vulnerability to gain access to sensitive information.
How to mitigate CVE-2021-2173
Install updates from vendor's website.