CVE-2006-0289

Multiple unspecified vulnerabilities in Oracle Application Server 6.0.8.26(PS17) and E-Business Suite and Applications 11.5.10 have unspecified impact and…

published January 18, 2006

CVSS
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EPSS
13%
Percentile
96.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ Multiple unspecified vulnerabilities are hiding in Oracle Application Server 6.0.8.26 and E-Business Suite 11.5.10. Think of it as a secret trapdoor in a medieval fortress, just waiting for the right (or wrong) key to open it! These vulnerabilities are like a hidden delivery entrance to a castle – if someone finds it, they can bypass the main gate and access restricted areas without anyone knowing. Just like a clever courier exploiting a hidden delivery route, an attacker could potentially traverse directories and access sensitive data undetected. While Oracle hasn't confirmed the exact impact of these vulnerabilities, the potential for unauthorized access is certainly concerning. An attacker could exploit this gap to glean sensitive information or manipulate data within the application, leading to a compromise of confidentiality and integrity.

Put simply

These vulnerabilities are like a hidden delivery entrance to a castle – if someone finds it, they can bypass the main gate and access restricted areas without anyone knowing. Just like a clever courier exploiting a hidden delivery route, an attacker could potentially traverse directories and access sensitive data undetected. These vulnerabilities relate to directory traversal flaws identified in Oracle's Application Server and E-Business Suite. Directory traversal allows attackers to navigate the server's file system and access files or directories outside the intended directory structure.

What to do

While Oracle hasn't confirmed the exact impact of these vulnerabilities, the potential for unauthorized access is certainly concerning. An attacker could exploit this gap to glean sensitive information or manipulate data within the application, leading to a compromise of confidentiality and integrity. While Oracle hasn't given precise fixes, it's wise to regularly patch your Oracle systems to the latest available versions. Additionally, ensure that your server configurations limit directory traversal risks, and conduct regular security audits to identify and remediate vulnerable aspects of your applications. You've got this! With some proactive steps, you can reinforce your defenses and keep your systems secure. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.12957 · 96.3th percentile
Published
2006-01-18T11:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 18 JAN 11:00Z
    Multiple unspecified vulnerabilities in Oracle Application Server 6.0.8.26(PS17) and E-Business Suite and Applications 11.5.10 have unspecified impact and…
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