CVE-2013-0364 in Database Mobile
Summary
by MITRE
Unspecified vulnerability in the Mobile Server component in Oracle Database Mobile/Lite Server (formerly Oracle Database Lite) 10.3.0.3 and 11.1.0.0 allows remote attackers to affect confidentiality via unknown vectors, a different vulnerability than CVE-2013-0362 and CVE-2013-0363.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 04/23/2017
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2013-0364 represents a significant security weakness within Oracle Database Mobile/Lite Server components that was disclosed in 2013. This issue affects specifically version 10.3.0.3 and 11.1.0.0 of the Mobile Server component, which is part of Oracle Database Mobile/Lite Server formerly known as Oracle Database Lite. The vulnerability operates at the application layer and presents a remote attack surface that could potentially compromise the confidentiality of data processed through these mobile database components. Unlike related vulnerabilities CVE-2013-0362 and CVE-2013-0363, this flaw manifests through distinct attack vectors that specifically target the confidentiality aspect of the affected systems.
The technical nature of this vulnerability lies within the Mobile Server component of Oracle Database Mobile/Lite Server, which is designed to provide mobile database functionality for remote applications and devices. The unspecified nature of the attack vectors suggests that the flaw could potentially be exploited through multiple pathways within the mobile server architecture, making it particularly concerning for security professionals who must account for various potential exploitation techniques. The vulnerability specifically impacts the confidentiality of data, meaning that an attacker could potentially access sensitive information that should remain protected within the database environment. This type of vulnerability typically involves weaknesses in data encryption mechanisms, access controls, or data handling procedures within the mobile server implementation.
From an operational impact perspective, organizations utilizing Oracle Database Mobile/Lite Server versions 10.3.0.3 and 11.1.0.0 face substantial risk exposure due to this vulnerability. The remote attack capability means that adversaries could potentially exploit this weakness from outside the organization's network perimeter, making it particularly dangerous for mobile database deployments that often operate in less secure environments. The confidentiality impact implies that sensitive data processed through these mobile server components could be accessed by unauthorized parties, potentially including personal information, financial data, or proprietary business information. This vulnerability could particularly affect mobile applications that rely on Oracle Database Mobile Server for data synchronization, offline access, or remote database connectivity features.
Security mitigation strategies for this vulnerability should prioritize immediate patching and updating of affected Oracle Database Mobile/Lite Server installations to versions that contain the necessary security fixes. Organizations should implement network segmentation and access controls to limit exposure of the mobile server components to untrusted networks. Additionally, monitoring and logging configurations should be enhanced to detect potential exploitation attempts targeting this vulnerability. The vulnerability aligns with CWE-284 which addresses improper access control issues, and could potentially map to ATT&CK techniques related to privilege escalation and credential access. Organizations should also consider implementing network intrusion detection systems that can identify suspicious traffic patterns associated with exploitation attempts against mobile database components. Regular security assessments and vulnerability scanning should be conducted to ensure that all mobile database deployments remain secure against known and emerging threats in the database security landscape.