CVE-2008-2625: Medium severity oracle database vulnerability

Published Oct 14, 2008

Updated

Unspecified vulnerability in the Core RDBMS component in Oracle Database 9.2.0.8, 9.2.0.8DV, 10.1.0.5, and 10.2.0.2 allows remote attackers to affect confidentiality and integrity via unknown vectors. NOTE: the previous information was obtained from the Oracle October 2008 CPU. Oracle has not commented on reliable researcher claims that this issue involves an authentication bypass by establishing a TNS connection and impersonating a user session via a crafted authentication message during proxy authentication mode.

Affected Software

4 affected components

Oracle Database 10g=10.1.0.5

Oracle Database 10g=10.2.0.2

Oracle Database 9i=9.2.0.8

Oracle Database 9i=9.2.0.8dv

Event History

Oct 14, 2008

CVE Published

via MITRE·09:00 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·09:00 PM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2008-2625?

CVE-2008-2625 has a high severity risk as it allows remote attackers to compromise confidentiality and integrity.

How do I fix CVE-2008-2625?

To fix CVE-2008-2625, it is recommended to apply the latest patches provided by Oracle for the affected database versions.

What versions of Oracle Database are affected by CVE-2008-2625?

CVE-2008-2625 affects Oracle Database versions 9.2.0.8, 9.2.0.8DV, 10.1.0.5, and 10.2.0.2.

Can CVE-2008-2625 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2008-2625 can be exploited remotely by attackers.

What components of Oracle Database are impacted by CVE-2008-2625?

CVE-2008-2625 impacts the Core RDBMS component of Oracle Database.