CVE-2018-2912: Null Pointer Dereference

Published Oct 17, 2018

Updated

Vulnerability in the Oracle GoldenGate component of Oracle GoldenGate (subcomponent: Manager). Supported versions that are affected are 12.1.2.1.0, 12.2.0.2.0 and 12.3.0.1.0. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows unauthenticated attacker with network access via TCP to compromise Oracle GoldenGate. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized ability to cause a hang or frequently repeatable crash (complete DOS) of Oracle GoldenGate. CVSS 3.0 Base Score 7.5 (Availability impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H).

Affected Software

3 affected components

Oracle GoldenGate=12.1.2.1.0

Oracle GoldenGate=12.2.0.2.0

Oracle GoldenGate=12.3.0.1.0

Remediation

Patch Available

http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpuoct2018-4428296.html

Event History

Oct 17, 2018

CVE Published

via MITRE·01:00 AM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·01:00 AM

DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the vulnerability ID for this Oracle GoldenGate vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID for this Oracle GoldenGate vulnerability is CVE-2018-2912.

What is the affected software for this vulnerability?

The affected software for this vulnerability is Oracle GoldenGate version 12.1.2.1.0, 12.2.0.2.0, and 12.3.0.1.0.

What is the severity rating for this vulnerability?

The severity rating for this vulnerability is high with a value of 7.5.

How can an attacker exploit this vulnerability?

An unauthenticated attacker with network access via TCP can easily exploit this vulnerability to compromise Oracle GoldenGate.

How can I fix this vulnerability?

To fix this vulnerability, it is recommended to refer to the security advisories provided by Oracle and apply the necessary patches or updates.