#VU52381 Permissions, Privileges, and Access Controls in Oracle Database Server - CVE-2021-2175

Vulnerability identifier: #VU52381

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 2.1 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:L/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-2175

CWE-ID: CWE-264

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Oracle Database Server
Server applications / Database software

Vendor: Oracle

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote privileged user to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation within the Database Vault in Oracle Database Server. A remote privileged user can exploit this vulnerability to gain access to sensitive information.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Oracle Database Server: 12.1.0.2 - 19c

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External links
https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpuapr2021.html
https://databasesecurityninja.wordpress.com/2022/02/02/cve-2021-2175-database-vault-metadata-exposure-vulnerability/

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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. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.