#VU10096 Security restrictions bypass in Oracle Fusion Middleware - CVE-2017-10273

Vulnerability identifier: #VU10096

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 1.9 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:L/VI:L/VA:L/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2017-10273

CWE-ID: CWE-264

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: Yes

Vulnerable software:
Oracle Fusion Middleware
Client/Desktop applications / Office applications

Vendor: Oracle

Description
The vulnerability allows a local attacker to bypass security restrictions on the target system.

The weakness exists due to a flaw in the Oracle JDeveloper Deployment component. A local attacker can partially access data, partially modify data, and partially deny service.

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Oracle Fusion Middleware: 11.1.1.7.0 - 12.2.1.2.0

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

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.

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.