CVE-2017-10091 in Enterprise Manager Base Platform
Summary
by MITRE
Vulnerability in the Enterprise Manager Base Platform component of Oracle Enterprise Manager Grid Control (subcomponent: UI Framework). Supported versions that are affected are 12.1.0, 13.1.0 and 13.2.0. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows low privileged attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise Enterprise Manager Base Platform. While the vulnerability is in Enterprise Manager Base Platform, attacks may significantly impact additional products. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized creation, deletion or modification access to critical data or all Enterprise Manager Base Platform accessible data. CVSS 3.0 Base Score 7.7 (Integrity impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:N/I:H/A:N).
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 01/02/2021
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2017-10091 resides within Oracle Enterprise Manager Grid Control's Enterprise Manager Base Platform component, specifically within the UI Framework subcomponent. This vulnerability affects multiple version releases including 12.1.0, 13.1.0, and 13.2.0, representing a significant attack surface across Oracle's enterprise monitoring platform. The flaw manifests as an easily exploitable security weakness that requires minimal privileges to exploit, making it particularly dangerous in environments where network access is not strictly controlled. The vulnerability's classification as low privilege attacker accessible via HTTP demonstrates how even basic network-level access can translate into substantial compromise opportunities.
The technical nature of this vulnerability stems from insufficient input validation or access control mechanisms within the UI Framework component. Attackers leveraging this weakness can potentially execute unauthorized operations against the Enterprise Manager Base Platform, gaining the ability to create, delete, or modify critical data within the system. The CVSS 3.0 scoring of 7.7 reflects the high integrity impact potential, indicating that successful exploitation could lead to complete data modification or deletion capabilities. The vector analysis shows AV:N (network access), AC:L (low attack complexity), PR:L (low privilege requirements), and S:C (significant impact to additional products), suggesting that the compromise can extend beyond the immediate target to affect other interconnected systems.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends far beyond the immediate Enterprise Manager Base Platform, as indicated by the CVSS vector's S:C component. When attackers successfully exploit this weakness, they can potentially compromise not only the monitored systems but also any additional products that rely on or interact with the Enterprise Manager infrastructure. This cascading effect makes the vulnerability particularly concerning for large enterprise environments where Oracle Grid Control typically serves as a central monitoring and management platform. The ability to perform unauthorized modifications to critical data within the platform could lead to complete operational disruption, data corruption, or unauthorized access to sensitive monitoring information.
Organizations affected by this vulnerability should immediately implement network segmentation controls to limit access to the Enterprise Manager Base Platform, particularly restricting HTTP access to authorized administrative networks. Patch management procedures should be prioritized to ensure all affected versions are updated with Oracle's security patches. Additionally, implementing network monitoring and intrusion detection systems can help identify potential exploitation attempts. The vulnerability aligns with CWE-284 (Improper Access Control) and follows attack patterns consistent with the ATT&CK framework's privilege escalation techniques, specifically targeting the modification of system data and configuration settings. Regular security assessments and access control reviews should be conducted to minimize the risk of exploitation and ensure proper segregation of duties within the enterprise monitoring environment.