CVE-2017-10261

Description

Vulnerability in the XML Database component of Oracle Database Server. Supported versions that are affected are 11.2.0.4 and 12.1.0.2. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows low privileged attacker having Create Session privilege with logon to the infrastructure where XML Database executes to compromise XML Database. While the vulnerability is in XML Database, attacks may significantly impact additional products. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all XML Database accessible data. Note: This score is for Windows platform version 11.2.0.4 of Database. For Windows platform version 12.1.0.2 and Linux, the score is 5.5 with scope Unchanged. CVSS 3.0 Base Score 6.5 (Confidentiality impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:N/A:N).

Category

6.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.36%
Vendor Advisory oracle.com
Affected: Oracle Corporation Oracle Database
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpuoct2017-3236626.html patch vendor advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/101344 vdb entry third party advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039591 vdb entry third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-10261?
CVE-2017-10261 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-10261?
To fix CVE-2017-10261, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2017-10261 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2017-10261 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-10261?
CVE-2017-10261 affects Oracle Corporation Oracle Database.
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