CVE-2018-2943

Vulnerability in the Oracle Fusion Middleware MapViewer component of Oracle Fusion Middleware (subcomponent: Map Builder)

published July 18, 2018

CVSS
—
EPSS
2%
Percentile
83.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An unauthenticated attacker can easily compromise Oracle Fusion Middleware MapViewer just by sending a simple HTTP request! 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant where anyone can walk in and take control of the kitchen without needing a reservation or an ID—the chef is left helpless, and chaos ensues! 🍽️ If successfully exploited, this vulnerability can completely take over the MapViewer, allowing the attacker to manipulate sensitive information and potentially disrupt operations. It's like a thief walking out with the restaurant's secret recipes and customer lists, leaving the business in jeopardy!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where anyone can walk in and take control of the kitchen without needing a reservation or an ID—the chef is left helpless, and chaos ensues! 🍽️ This vulnerability in the Oracle Fusion Middleware MapViewer component allows unauthenticated attackers with network access via HTTP to take over the MapViewer, affecting confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

What to do

If successfully exploited, this vulnerability can completely take over the MapViewer, allowing the attacker to manipulate sensitive information and potentially disrupt operations. It's like a thief walking out with the restaurant's secret recipes and customer lists, leaving the business in jeopardy! Immediately upgrade to versions 12.2.1.4.0 or later to patch this vulnerability. Additionally, review your network configurations to limit access to the MapViewer component. Regularly audit your systems for any unauthorized access attempts as well! You've got this! With these steps, you'll be on your way to securing your systems in no time. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02288 · 83.1th percentile
Published
2018-07-18T13:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 18 JUL 13:00Z
    Vulnerability in the Oracle Fusion Middleware MapViewer component of Oracle Fusion Middleware (subcomponent: Map Builder)
    cvelistv5