CVE-2017-3547: High severity Oracle PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools vulnerability
Vulnerability in the PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools component of Oracle PeopleSoft Products (subcomponent: MultiChannel Framework). Supported versions that are affected are 8.54 and 8.55. Easily "exploitable" vulnerability allows unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools. Successful attacks require human interaction from a person other than the attacker and while the vulnerability is in PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools, attacks may significantly impact additional products. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized creation, deletion or modification access to critical data or all PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools accessible data. CVSS 3.0 Base Score 7.4 (Integrity impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:N/I:H/A:N).
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Compensating control
Mitigate by blocking or otherwise restricting unauthenticated network access via HTTP to Oracle PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools (subcomponent: MultiChannel Framework) until patched, since the vulnerability is exploitable via HTTP from AV:N/PR:N.
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-3547?
CVE-2017-3547 is considered an easily exploitable vulnerability that can be compromised by unauthenticated attackers with network access via HTTP.
How do I fix CVE-2017-3547?
To fix CVE-2017-3547, you should apply the latest patches and updates provided by Oracle for your PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools version.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-3547?
CVE-2017-3547 affects PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools versions 8.54 and 8.55.
Who can exploit CVE-2017-3547?
CVE-2017-3547 can be exploited by any unauthenticated attacker who has network access to the affected application.
What is the impact of CVE-2017-3547?
The impact of CVE-2017-3547 can result in unauthorized access and potential compromise of sensitive information within the affected PeopleSoft application.