#VU59922 Improper input validation in Essbase Administration Services - CVE-2021-35683

Vulnerability identifier: #VU59922

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv4.0: 7.7 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:H/SI:H/SA:H/E:U/U:Amber]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-35683

CWE-ID: CWE-20

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Essbase Administration Services
Server applications / Database software

Vendor: Oracle

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote authenticated user to execute arbitrary code.

The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation within the EAS Console component in Oracle Essbase Administration Services. A remote authenticated user can exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Essbase Administration Services: 11.1.2.4.046

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External links
https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpujan2022.html

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.