CVE-2017-3364 in E-Business Suite
Summary
by MITRE
Vulnerability in the Oracle Knowledge Management component of Oracle E-Business Suite (subcomponent: User Interface). Supported versions that are affected are 12.1.1, 12.1.2 and 12.1.3. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise Oracle Knowledge Management. Successful attacks require human interaction from a person other than the attacker and while the vulnerability is in Oracle Knowledge Management, attacks may significantly impact additional products. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all Oracle Knowledge Management accessible data as well as unauthorized update, insert or delete access to some of Oracle Knowledge Management accessible data. CVSS v3.0 Base Score 8.2 (Confidentiality and Integrity impacts).
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 05/15/2026
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2017-3364 resides within Oracle Knowledge Management component of the Oracle E-Business Suite, specifically affecting the User Interface subcomponent. This security flaw impacts Oracle E-Business Suite versions 12.1.1, 12.1.2, and 12.1.3, representing a critical weakness that exposes organizations to significant risk. The vulnerability operates through HTTP network access channels, making it particularly dangerous as it requires minimal privileges for exploitation and can be leveraged by unauthenticated attackers from remote locations.
The technical nature of this vulnerability stems from insufficient authentication mechanisms within the Oracle Knowledge Management interface, allowing attackers to bypass normal access controls. The flaw operates with a CVSS v3.0 base score of 8.2, indicating high severity and significant impact on both confidentiality and integrity. This vulnerability classifies under CWE-287 which addresses improper authentication issues, and aligns with ATT&CK technique T1190 for exploiting vulnerabilities in web applications. The attack vector requires network access via HTTP protocols, making it accessible through standard web browsing mechanisms and potentially through automated scanning tools.
Operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond the immediate Oracle Knowledge Management component, as successful exploitation can compromise additional Oracle products within the E-Business Suite ecosystem. The vulnerability enables unauthorized access to critical data repositories and provides attackers with complete access to all data accessible through Oracle Knowledge Management. Additionally, attackers can perform unauthorized update, insert, or delete operations on sensitive data, creating potential for data corruption, manipulation, or complete data loss. The requirement for human interaction from a person other than the attacker suggests that social engineering or targeted phishing might be necessary to trigger the vulnerability, though this does not mitigate the overall risk level.
Organizations should implement immediate mitigations including applying Oracle's security patches and updates, configuring network access controls to restrict HTTP access to the affected components, and implementing robust monitoring for suspicious HTTP traffic patterns. Network segmentation strategies should be employed to isolate Oracle E-Business Suite components from general network access. The vulnerability's classification under CWE-287 emphasizes the need for proper authentication mechanisms, while ATT&CK framework guidance suggests implementing defensive measures such as web application firewalls and regular security assessments to prevent exploitation attempts. Regular vulnerability scanning and penetration testing should be conducted to identify potential exploitation vectors and ensure the effectiveness of implemented security controls.