#VU2628 Denial of service in Oracle Outside In Technology - CVE-2016-3578

Vulnerability identifier: #VU2628

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 5.1 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:L/VA:L/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2016-3578

CWE-ID: CWE-264

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Oracle Outside In Technology
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: Oracle

Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to cause DoS conditions on the target system.

The weakness exists due to a flaw in the Outside In Technology Outside In Filters component. A remote attacker can access data, partially modify data, and partially deny service on the system.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may result in denial of service on the vulnerable system.

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Oracle Outside In Technology: 8.5.0 - 8.5.2

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External links
https://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpujul2016-2881720.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.