CVE-2020-14645

Vulnerability in the Oracle WebLogic Server product of Oracle Fusion Middleware (component: Core)

Critical · published July 15, 2020

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
47%
Percentile
98.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An unauthenticated attacker can exploit this vulnerability with just network access! Think of it like leaving the front door wide open while you’re out for groceries – anyone with the right address can just walk in. 🔥 This vulnerability is like an insecure Wi-Fi network allowing anyone in range to jump onto your personal device without a password. If they can connect, they can access everything – and in this case, it’s the Oracle WebLogic Server that's left exposed! The consequences could be absolutely devastating: an attacker could take full control of your Oracle WebLogic Server, compromising all its data, integrity, and availability. Imagine losing critical applications and sensitive information with just a few clicks!

Put simply

This vulnerability is like an insecure Wi-Fi network allowing anyone in range to jump onto your personal device without a password. If they can connect, they can access everything – and in this case, it’s the Oracle WebLogic Server that's left exposed! This vulnerability stems from improper handling of requests over the IIOP and T3 protocols, allowing unauthenticated users to gain unauthorized access to the server. Essentially, the server is tricked into accepting malicious requests that it shouldn't.

What to do

The consequences could be absolutely devastating: an attacker could take full control of your Oracle WebLogic Server, compromising all its data, integrity, and availability. Imagine losing critical applications and sensitive information with just a few clicks! To safeguard your environment, immediately update to the latest patched version of Oracle WebLogic Server, which addresses this vulnerability. Versions 10.3.6.0.0, 12.1.3.0.0, 12.2.1.3.0, 12.2.1.4.0, and 14.1.1.0.0 are affected, so don't delay! Also, consider implementing network firewalls to restrict access to these protocols. 🛡️ You've got this! By following these steps, you'll be on your way to fortifying your defenses and keeping your server safe. 😊

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.46855 · 98.8th percentile
Published
2020-07-15T17:34Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 15 JUL 17:34Z
    Vulnerability in the Oracle WebLogic Server product of Oracle Fusion Middleware (component: Core)
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