CVE-2014-6538: Medium severity oracle database vulnerability

Published 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.

Affected Software

5 affected components

Oracle Database Server=11.1.0.7

Oracle Database Server=11.2.0.3

Oracle Database Server=11.2.0.4

Oracle Database Server=12.1.0.1

Oracle Database Server=12.1.0.2

Remediation

Patch Available

http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/topics/security/cpuoct2014-1972960.html

Event History

Oct 15, 2014

CVE Published

via MITRE·10:03 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·10:03 PM

Description

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.