CVE-2012-1675: High severity Oracle Database Server vulnerability

Published May 8, 2012
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Updated

The TNS Listener, as used in Oracle Database 11g 11.1.0.7, 11.2.0.2, and 11.2.0.3, and 10g 10.2.0.3, 10.2.0.4, and 10.2.0.5, as used in Oracle Fusion Middleware, Enterprise Manager, E-Business Suite, and possibly other products, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary database commands by performing a remote registration of a database (1) instance or (2) service name that already exists, then conducting a man-in-the-middle (MITM) attack to hijack database connections, aka "TNS Poison."

Affected Software

7 affected components
Oracle Database Server=10.2.0.3
Oracle Database Server=10.2.0.4
Oracle Database Server=10.2.0.5
Oracle Database Server=11.1.0.7
Oracle Database Server=11.2.0.2
Oracle Database Server=11.2.0.3
Oracle Database Server=11.2.0.4

Event History

May 8, 2012
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2012-1675?

CVE-2012-1675 is considered to be a critical vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary database commands.

2

How do I fix CVE-2012-1675?

To fix CVE-2012-1675, it is recommended to apply the latest security patches provided by Oracle for affected versions of the Oracle Database.

3

What versions of Oracle Database are affected by CVE-2012-1675?

CVE-2012-1675 affects Oracle Database versions 10.2.0.3, 10.2.0.4, 10.2.0.5, 11.1.0.7, 11.2.0.2, 11.2.0.3, and 11.2.0.4.

4

Can CVE-2012-1675 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2012-1675 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to execute commands without authentication.

5

What products besides Oracle Database are affected by CVE-2012-1675?

CVE-2012-1675 may also affect Oracle Fusion Middleware, Oracle Enterprise Manager, Oracle E-Business Suite, and possibly other Oracle products.

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