#VU13906 Privilege escalation in Oracle WebLogic Server


Published: 2020-04-07

Vulnerability identifier: #VU13906

Vulnerability 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

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: Yes

Vulnerable software:
Oracle WebLogic Server
Server applications / Application servers

Vendor: Oracle

Description

The 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.

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Oracle WebLogic Server: 10.3.6.0.0 - 12.2.1.3.0


External links
http://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.


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