#VU67896 Improper access control in Oracle Fusion Middleware - CVE-2010-3591

Vulnerability identifier: #VU67896

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv4.0: 8.2 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:P/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/U:Amber]

CVE-ID: CVE-2010-3591

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: Yes

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

Vendor: Oracle

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions in the Oracle Document Capture component. A remote attacker can bypass implemented security restrictions and overwrite or delete arbitrary files on the system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Oracle Fusion Middleware: 10.1.3.4 - 10.1.3.5

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External links
https://dsecrg.com/pages/vul/show.php?id=305
https://secunia.com/advisories/42976
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/16055
https://www.oracle.com/technetwork/topics/security/cpujan2011-194091.html
https://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/515959/100/0/threaded
https://www.securityfocus.com/bid/45851
https://www.securitytracker.com/id?1024981
https://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2011/0143
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/64768

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker 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.