CVE-2018-3257
First published: Wed Oct 17 2018(Updated: )
Vulnerability in the PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools component of Oracle PeopleSoft Products (subcomponent: PIA Core Technology). Supported versions that are affected are 8.55 and 8.56. 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 update, insert or delete access to some of PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools accessible data as well as unauthorized read access to a subset of PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools accessible data. CVSS 3.0 Base Score 6.1 (Confidentiality and Integrity impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N).
Credit: secalert_us@oracle.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Oracle PeopleSoft Enterprise PT PeopleTools | =8.55 | |
| Oracle PeopleSoft Enterprise PT PeopleTools | =8.56 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-3257?
CVE-2018-3257 has a CVSS base score of 9.8, indicating it is a critical vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2018-3257?
To fix CVE-2018-3257, upgrade Oracle PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools to the latest patched version.
Who is affected by CVE-2018-3257?
CVE-2018-3257 affects users of Oracle PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools versions 8.55 and 8.56.
Can CVE-2018-3257 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2018-3257 can be exploited remotely by an unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP.
What components are impacted by CVE-2018-3257?
CVE-2018-3257 specifically impacts the PIA Core Technology component of Oracle PeopleSoft Products.
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