Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2014-6538

First published: Wed Oct 15 2014(Updated: )

Unspecified vulnerability in the Java VM component in Oracle Database Server 11.1.0.7, 11.2.0.3, 11.2.0.4, 12.1.0.1, and 12.1.0.2 allows remote authenticated users to affect confidentiality via unknown vectors, a different vulnerability than CVE-2014-4294, CVE-2014-4295, and CVE-2014-6563.

Credit: secalert_us@oracle.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Oracle Database=11.1.0.7
Oracle Database=11.2.0.3
Oracle Database=11.2.0.4
Oracle Database=12.1.0.1
Oracle Database=12.1.0.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2014-6538?

    The CVE-2014-6538 is classified as a medium-severity vulnerability due to its potential impact on confidentiality.

  • How do I fix CVE-2014-6538?

    To mitigate the effects of CVE-2014-6538, it is recommended to apply the latest security patches provided by Oracle for affected database versions.

  • Which versions of Oracle Database are affected by CVE-2014-6538?

    CVE-2014-6538 affects Oracle Database versions 11.1.0.7, 11.2.0.3, 11.2.0.4, 12.1.0.1, and 12.1.0.2.

  • What type of users can exploit CVE-2014-6538?

    CVE-2014-6538 can be exploited by remote authenticated users, allowing them to potentially compromise confidentiality.

  • Is CVE-2014-6538 related to any other vulnerabilities?

    Yes, CVE-2014-6538 is related to multiple vulnerabilities but is distinct from CVE-2014-4294, CVE-2014-4295, and CVE-2014-6563.

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