CVE-2023-21996: High severity oracle weblogic server vulnerability

Published Apr 18, 2023

Updated

Vulnerability in the Oracle WebLogic Server product of Oracle Fusion Middleware (component: Web Services). Supported versions that are affected are 12.2.1.3.0, 12.2.1.4.0 and 14.1.1.0.0. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise Oracle WebLogic Server. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized ability to cause a hang or frequently repeatable crash (complete DOS) of Oracle WebLogic Server. CVSS 3.1 Base Score 7.5 (Availability impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H).

Affected Software

3 affected components

ORACLE WebLogic Server=12.2.1.3.0

ORACLE WebLogic Server=12.2.1.4.0

ORACLE WebLogic Server=14.1.1.0.0

Event History

Apr 18, 2023

CVE Published

via MITRE·07:54 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·07:54 PM

DescriptionSeverity

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-21996?

The severity of CVE-2023-21996 is high with a severity value of 7.5.

What is the affected software for CVE-2023-21996?

The affected software for CVE-2023-21996 is Oracle WebLogic Server versions 12.2.1.3.0, 12.2.1.4.0, and 14.1.1.0.0.

How can an unauthenticated attacker exploit CVE-2023-21996?

An unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP can exploit CVE-2023-21996.

What is the fix for CVE-2023-21996?

To fix CVE-2023-21996, it is recommended to apply the security patch provided by Oracle Fusion Middleware.

Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-21996?

More information about CVE-2023-21996 can be found on the Oracle Security Alerts page at the provided reference link.