CVE-2010-2415 in Database Server
Summary
by MITRE
Unspecified vulnerability in the Change Data Capture component in Oracle Database Server 10.1.0.5, 10.2.0.4, 11.1.0.7, and 11.2.0.1 allows remote authenticated users to affect confidentiality and integrity, related to DBMS_CDC_PUBLISH.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 03/18/2021
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2010-2415 resides within Oracle Database Server's Change Data Capture component, specifically involving the DBMS_CDC_PUBLISH package. This represents a significant security weakness that affects multiple versions of Oracle Database including 10.1.0.5, 10.2.0.4, 11.1.0.7, and 11.2.0.1. The unspecified nature of the vulnerability indicates that the exact technical flaw remains undisclosed, but its classification as affecting confidentiality and integrity suggests a critical weakness in data protection mechanisms. The Change Data Capture functionality is designed to track and capture database changes for replication and synchronization purposes, making this vulnerability particularly concerning for organizations relying on data consistency and security measures.
The technical flaw manifests within the DBMS_CDC_PUBLISH package which is responsible for publishing change data capture information to subscribers. This vulnerability allows remote authenticated users to potentially manipulate or access sensitive data that should remain protected within the database environment. The authentication requirement indicates that attackers must first establish valid credentials before exploiting this weakness, but once authenticated, they can leverage the vulnerability to compromise data integrity and confidentiality. The vulnerability's impact extends beyond simple data access as it specifically targets the mechanisms that ensure data consistency and prevent unauthorized modifications, creating potential pathways for data corruption or unauthorized data exfiltration.
From an operational perspective, this vulnerability presents a substantial risk to organizations utilizing Oracle Database systems with Change Data Capture functionality enabled. The remote attack vector means that compromised credentials could be exploited from any location, potentially allowing attackers to manipulate data streams or intercept sensitive information flowing through the change capture mechanisms. The affected versions span multiple database releases, indicating this vulnerability has persisted across several generations of Oracle Database software, suggesting either a fundamental design flaw or inadequate patching of similar issues. Organizations may experience data integrity issues, unauthorized data access, or potential data loss if this vulnerability is exploited successfully, particularly in environments where Change Data Capture is used for mission-critical applications or regulatory compliance purposes.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2010-2415 should prioritize immediate patching of affected Oracle Database versions through official Oracle security updates. Organizations must ensure all database instances running vulnerable versions receive the appropriate security patches as soon as they become available. Network segmentation and access controls should be implemented to limit the attack surface, particularly restricting access to Change Data Capture functionality to only authorized users and applications. Monitoring and logging of Change Data Capture activities should be enhanced to detect potential exploitation attempts, with particular attention to unusual access patterns or unauthorized modifications. Additionally, regular security assessments and vulnerability scanning should be conducted to identify any remaining exposure opportunities, while adherence to the principle of least privilege should be enforced to minimize the impact of any successful exploitation attempts. This vulnerability aligns with CWE-284 (Improper Access Control) and may map to ATT&CK techniques involving privilege escalation and data manipulation within database environments.