Vulnerability identifier: #VU10083

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 5.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2018-2601

CWE-ID: CWE-264

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Oracle Internet Directory
Server applications / Directory software, identity management

Vendor: Oracle

Description
The vulnerability allows a remote high-privileged attacker to gain elevated privileges.

The weakness exists due to a flaw in the Oracle Internet Directory Oracle Directory Services Manager component. A remote attacker with network access via HTTP can escalate his privileges on the target system.

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Oracle Internet Directory: 11.1.1.7.0 - 12.2.1.3.0

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External links
http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpujan2018-3236628.html

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

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

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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