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CVE-2021-2253 is a critical vulnerability in Oracle Advanced Supply Chain Planning versions 12.1 and 12.2. This easily exploitable vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers with network access via HTTP to compromise the application. Successful exploitation can result in unauthorized creation, deletion, or modification of critical data, as well as unauthorized access to all data accessible by Oracle Advanced Supply Chain Planning. The vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 Base Score of 9.1 (Critical), indicating high impacts on both confidentiality and integrity.
Overview
This vulnerability affects the Core component of Oracle Advanced Supply Chain Planning, a product within Oracle Supply Chain. The vulnerability is particularly dangerous because it requires no authentication and can be exploited remotely over HTTP. An attacker who successfully exploits this vulnerability can gain complete access to sensitive data within the application and can also create, modify, or delete critical information. The absence of any privilege requirements or user interaction makes this vulnerability particularly concerning for organizations using affected versions of the software.
Remediation
Organizations should apply the security patches provided by Oracle in the April 2021 Critical Patch Update (CPU). The following actions are recommended:
- Update Oracle Advanced Supply Chain Planning to the latest patched version as specified in the Oracle CPU documentation.
- If immediate patching is not possible, consider implementing network-level controls to restrict access to the affected systems.
- Monitor systems for suspicious activities that might indicate exploitation attempts.
- Implement the principle of least privilege for all users accessing the Oracle Supply Chain systems.
- Consider implementing web application firewalls with rules to detect and block potential exploitation attempts.
References
- Oracle Critical Patch Update Advisory - April 2021: https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpuapr2021.html
- CVSS Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N (Base Score: 9.1)
- Affected Products: Oracle Advanced Supply Chain Planning versions 12.1 and 12.2
Industry ExposureMost to leastThis 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.
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.
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services: Low
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services: Low
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting: Low
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation: Low
- ConstructionConstruction: Low
- Educational ServicesEducational Services: Low
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance: Low
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance: Low
- InformationInformation: Low
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises: Low
- ManufacturingManufacturing: Low
- MiningMining: Low
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration): Low
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services: Low
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration: Low
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing: Low
- Retail TradeRetail Trade: Low
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing: Low
- UtilitiesUtilities: Low
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade: Low
