CVE-2006-0261

Multiple unspecified vulnerabilities in Oracle Database server 8.1.7.4, 9.0.1.5, 9.2.0.7, and 10.1.0.5 have unspecified impact and attack vectors, as…

published January 18, 2006

CVSS
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EPSS
6%
Percentile
93.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ Oracle Database versions 8.1.7.4 to 10.1.0.5 have multiple unspecified vulnerabilities, and one of them exposes your TDE wallet password in plaintext! 🔥 Think of it like leaving your diary open on the kitchen table for anyone to read! Just as a careless placement can expose your secrets, this vulnerability compromises sensitive information stored in trace files. An attacker could potentially access plaintext passwords, which could lead to unauthorized access to encrypted data. While the full extent of the impact remains unspecified, the risk of exposing sensitive information is absolutely concerning.

Put simply

Think of it like leaving your diary open on the kitchen table for anyone to read! Just as a careless placement can expose your secrets, this vulnerability compromises sensitive information stored in trace files. These vulnerabilities include issues identified in the Dictionary and Oracle Label Security components. Specifically, the plaintext storage of the TDE wallet password in a trace file could allow unauthorized access to sensitive data.

What to do

An attacker could potentially access plaintext passwords, which could lead to unauthorized access to encrypted data. While the full extent of the impact remains unspecified, the risk of exposing sensitive information is absolutely concerning. To mitigate these risks, ensure you're running the latest version of Oracle Database and review configuration settings related to trace file management. It's crucial to monitor for any security patches released by Oracle regarding these vulnerabilities. You've got this! Stay vigilant and proactive in securing your database! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.06328 · 93.6th percentile
Published
2006-01-18T11:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 18 JAN 11:00Z
    Multiple unspecified vulnerabilities in Oracle Database server 8.1.7.4, 9.0.1.5, 9.2.0.7, and 10.1.0.5 have unspecified impact and attack vectors, as…
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