CVE-2016-5497: Medium severity oracle database vulnerability
Published Oct 25, 2016
·Updated
Unspecified vulnerability in the RDBMS Security component in Oracle Database Server 12.1.0.2 allows local users to affect confidentiality, integrity, and availability via unknown vectors.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Oracle Database=12.1.0.2
Remediation
Event History
Oct 25, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2016-5497?
CVE-2016-5497 is considered a security vulnerability that can potentially affect confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
2
How do I fix CVE-2016-5497?
To fix CVE-2016-5497, upgrade your Oracle Database Server to a patched version provided by Oracle.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2016-5497?
Local users of Oracle Database Server version 12.1.0.2 are affected by CVE-2016-5497.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-5497?
CVE-2016-5497 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability that affects the RDBMS Security component.
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What are the potential impacts of CVE-2016-5497?
The potential impacts of CVE-2016-5497 include unauthorized access, data manipulation, and service disruption.