CVE-2018-3004: Medium severity oracle database vulnerability

Published Jul 18, 2018

Updated

Vulnerability in the Java VM component of Oracle Database Server. Supported versions that are affected are 11.2.0.4, 12.1.0.2,12.2.0.1 and 18.2. Difficult to exploit vulnerability allows low privileged attacker having Create Session, Create Procedure privilege with network access via multiple protocols to compromise Java VM. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all Java VM accessible data. CVSS 3.0 Base Score 5.3 (Confidentiality impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N).

Affected Software

4 affected components

Oracle Database Server=11.2.0.4

Oracle Database Server=12.1.0.2

Oracle Database Server=12.2.0.1

Oracle Database Server=18.2

Remediation

Patch Available

http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpujul2018-4258247.html

Event History

Jul 18, 2018

CVE Published

via MITRE·01:00 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·01:00 PM

DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-3004?

CVE-2018-3004 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation by low privileged attackers.

How do I fix CVE-2018-3004?

To fix CVE-2018-3004, upgrade your Oracle Database Server to a version that is not affected by this vulnerability.

Which Oracle Database versions are affected by CVE-2018-3004?

CVE-2018-3004 affects Oracle Database versions 11.2.0.4, 12.1.0.2, 12.2.0.1, and 18.2.

Can low privileged users exploit CVE-2018-3004?

Yes, a low privileged attacker with Create Session and Create Procedure privileges can exploit CVE-2018-3004.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-3004?

CVE-2018-3004 is a difficult to exploit vulnerability located in the Java VM component of the Oracle Database Server.