CVE-2019-2518: High severity oracle database vulnerability

Published Apr 23, 2019

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, 18c and 19c. 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 takeover of Java VM. CVSS 3.0 Base Score 7.5 (Confidentiality, Integrity and Availability impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H).

Affected Software

5 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=18c

Oracle Database Server=19c

Remediation

Patch Available

http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpuapr2019-5072813.html

Event History

Apr 23, 2019

CVE Published

via MITRE·06:16 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·06:16 PM

DescriptionWeakness

Data Sourced

via NVD·07:32 PM

RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2019-2518?

The severity of CVE-2019-2518 is high.

Which versions of Oracle Database Server are affected by CVE-2019-2518?

Oracle Database Server versions 11.2.0.4, 12.1.0.2, 12.2.0.1, 18c, and 19c are affected by CVE-2019-2518.

What privileges does a low privileged attacker need to exploit CVE-2019-2518?

A low privileged attacker needs the Create Session and Create Procedure privileges to exploit CVE-2019-2518.

Can CVE-2019-2518 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2019-2518 can be exploited remotely via multiple paths.

Is there a fix available for CVE-2019-2518?

Yes, Oracle has released a fix for CVE-2019-2518. Please refer to the official Oracle Security Advisory for more details.