CVE-2018-2969 in Primavera Unifier
Summary
by MITRE
Vulnerability in the Primavera Unifier component of Oracle Construction and Engineering Suite (subcomponent: Core). The supported version that is affected is 16.x. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows low privileged attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise Primavera Unifier. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized read access to a subset of Primavera Unifier accessible data. CVSS 3.0 Base Score 4.3 (Confidentiality impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N).
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 04/10/2023
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2018-2969 resides within the Primavera Unifier component of Oracle Construction and Engineering Suite, specifically within the Core subcomponent of version 16.x. This represents a significant security weakness that affects organizations utilizing construction project management systems where project data confidentiality is paramount. The vulnerability operates at the application layer and specifically targets the authentication and authorization mechanisms that govern access to sensitive project information within the Primavera Unifier environment.
This vulnerability manifests as an insufficient authorization flaw that allows attackers with minimal privileges to exploit network-based HTTP access points to gain unauthorized read access to specific subsets of Primavera Unifier data. The technical nature of this vulnerability aligns with CWE-285, which describes improper authorization conditions that enable unauthorized access to resources. The attack vector requires network connectivity and only minimal privileges, making it particularly dangerous as it can be exploited by individuals who have basic access rights to the system but lack administrative or elevated permissions.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data exposure, as Primavera Unifier serves as a critical component for construction project management, housing sensitive information including project schedules, resource allocations, budget details, and stakeholder communications. Successful exploitation can result in unauthorized access to confidential project data that may include competitive information, financial details, and strategic planning elements that could provide significant advantages to competitors or malicious actors. The CVSS 3.0 score of 4.3 reflects the moderate severity of confidentiality impact, with low attack complexity and the requirement for only low privileges, making this vulnerability particularly concerning for organizations that rely heavily on project data integrity.
Organizations should implement immediate mitigation strategies including applying Oracle's security patches and updates, conducting thorough access control reviews, and implementing network segmentation to limit exposure. The vulnerability demonstrates the importance of proper access control mechanisms and aligns with ATT&CK technique T1078 for Valid Accounts and T1566 for Phishing, as attackers could potentially leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges or gain access to additional systems. Additionally, this vulnerability highlights the necessity of regular security assessments and adherence to security frameworks such as NIST SP 800-53 controls for access control and information assurance. Organizations should also consider implementing network monitoring solutions to detect unauthorized access attempts and establish incident response procedures specifically addressing data exposure scenarios.