Vulnerability identifier: #VU4237
Vulnerability risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 6.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L/E:F/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-300
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: Yes
Vulnerable software:
Oracle Database Server
Server applications /
Database software
Vendor: Oracle
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to perform spoofing attack.
The vulnerability exists due to an error in the TNS listener service. A remote attacker can register an existing instance or service name, use man-in-the-middle techniques and read, inject or modify transmitted data.
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in unauthorized access to entire database.
Note: the vulnerability was being actively exploited.
Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Oracle Database Server: 10.2.0.3 - 11.2.0.4
External links
http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/topics/security/alert-cve-2012-1675-1608180.html
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, a fully functional exploit for this vulnerability is available.