Improper input validation in Oracle User Management
| Risk | Low |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2021-2017 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-20 |
| Exploitation vector | Network |
| Public exploit | N/A |
| Vulnerable software Subscribe |
Oracle User Management Server applications / Directory software, identity management |
| Vendor | Oracle |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.
1) Improper input validation
EUVDB-ID: #VU49771
Risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 3.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2021-2017
CWE-ID:
CWE-20 - Improper input validation
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a remote authenticated user to gain access to sensitive information.
The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation within the Proxy User Delegation component in Oracle User Management. A remote authenticated user can exploit this vulnerability to gain access to sensitive information.
MitigationInstall update from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsOracle User Management: 12.1.3 - 12.2.10
External linkshttp://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpujan2021.html?924162
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.
How the attacker can exploit this vulnerability?
The attacker would have to send a specially crafted request to the affected application in order to exploit this vulnerability.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.
