CVE-2023-21918

Description

Vulnerability in the Oracle Database Recovery Manager component of Oracle Database Server. Supported versions that are affected are 19c and 21c. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows high privileged attacker having Local SYSDBA privilege with network access via Oracle Net to compromise Oracle Database Recovery Manager. While the vulnerability is in Oracle Database Recovery Manager, attacks may significantly impact additional products (scope change). Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized ability to cause a hang or frequently repeatable crash (complete DOS) of Oracle Database Recovery Manager. CVSS 3.1 Base Score 6.8 (Availability impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:C/C:N/I:N/A:H).

6.8
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.12%
Vendor Advisory oracle.com
Affected: Oracle Corporation Database - Enterprise Edition
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-21918?
CVE-2023-21918 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-21918?
To fix CVE-2023-21918, 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-2023-21918 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-21918 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-2023-21918?
CVE-2023-21918 affects Oracle Corporation Database - Enterprise Edition.
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