CVE-2020-2876:Oracle E-Business Suite Marketing Administration Component Vulnerability (CVE-2020-2876)

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A vulnerability in Oracle Marketing's Administration component of Oracle E-Business Suite allows unauthenticated attackers with network access via HTTP to potentially gain unauthorized access to critical data or modify data. The vulnerability affects versions 12.1.1-12.1.3 and 12.2.3-12.2.9 and requires human interaction from a person other than the attacker to be exploited. Successful exploitation can result in unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all Oracle Marketing accessible data, as well as unauthorized update, insert, or delete access to some Oracle Marketing data.

Overview

CVE-2020-2876 is an easily exploitable vulnerability in the Marketing Administration component of Oracle E-Business Suite's Oracle Marketing product. The vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers with network access via HTTP to compromise Oracle Marketing, though successful exploitation requires human interaction (such as social engineering). While the vulnerability exists in Oracle Marketing, successful attacks may significantly impact additional products within the E-Business Suite ecosystem. The vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 Base Score of 8.2, indicating a high severity with significant confidentiality and integrity impacts.

Remediation

Organizations using affected versions of Oracle E-Business Suite (12.1.1-12.1.3 and 12.2.3-12.2.9) should apply the security patches provided in Oracle's April 2020 Critical Patch Update. The update addresses this vulnerability and other security issues. If patching is not immediately possible, organizations should consider implementing additional network security controls to limit HTTP access to the Oracle Marketing application, especially from untrusted networks. Additionally, user awareness training should be conducted to help prevent social engineering attacks that could lead to exploitation of this vulnerability.

References

  1. Oracle Critical Patch Update Advisory - April 2020: https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpuapr2020.html
  2. CVSS Vector: CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:L/A:N (Base Score: 8.2)

Industry ExposureMost to least
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.

  1. Accommodation & Food Services
    Accommodation & Food Services
  2. Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
    Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
  3. Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
    Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
  4. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
    Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
  5. Construction
    Construction
  6. Educational Services
    Educational Services
  7. Finance and Insurance
    Finance and Insurance
  8. Health Care & Social Assistance
    Health Care & Social Assistance
  9. Information
    Information
  10. Management of Companies & Enterprises
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  11. Manufacturing
    Manufacturing
  12. Mining
    Mining
  13. Other Services (except Public Administration)
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  14. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  15. Public Administration
    Public Administration
  16. Real Estate Rental & Leasing
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing
  17. Retail Trade
    Retail Trade
  18. Transportation & Warehousing
    Transportation & Warehousing
  19. Utilities
    Utilities
  20. Wholesale Trade
    Wholesale Trade

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