Vulnerability identifier: #VU65640

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 6.4 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2019-2444

CWE-ID: CWE-20

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Oracle Database Server
Server applications / Database software

Vendor: Oracle

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to compromise Core RDBMS.

The vulnerability exists due to insufficient validation of user-supplied input. A local user with Local Logon privilege can trick the victim into opening a specially crafted file and compromise Core RDBMS.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Oracle Database Server: 12.2.0.1.0 - 18c

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External links
http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpujan2019-5072801.html
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106584

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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.