CVE-2020-2633 in Enterprise Manager Base Platform
Summary
by MITRE
Vulnerability in the Enterprise Manager Base Platform product of Oracle Enterprise Manager (component: Connector Framework). Supported versions that are affected are 12.1.0.5, 13.2.0.0 and 13.3.0.0. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows high privileged attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise Enterprise Manager Base Platform. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all Enterprise Manager Base Platform accessible data as well as unauthorized update, insert or delete access to some of Enterprise Manager Base Platform accessible data and unauthorized ability to cause a partial denial of service (partial DOS) of Enterprise Manager Base Platform. CVSS 3.0 Base Score 6.0 (Confidentiality, Integrity and Availability impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:L/A:L).
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 03/22/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2020-2633 resides within the Enterprise Manager Base Platform product of Oracle, specifically within the Connector Framework component. This flaw affects multiple version lines including 12.1.0.5, 13.2.0.0, and 13.3.0.0, representing a significant attack surface across the Oracle enterprise monitoring platform. The vulnerability operates at the network level through HTTP protocols, making it accessible to attackers who can establish network connections to the affected system. The CVSS 3.0 scoring of 6.0 reflects a medium severity threat with high privilege requirements, indicating that attackers must possess elevated access rights to exploit this weakness effectively.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from insufficient access controls within the Connector Framework, which allows authenticated users with high privileges to execute unauthorized operations against the Enterprise Manager Base Platform. The flaw enables attackers to gain unauthorized access to critical data repositories, potentially compromising sensitive enterprise information. Additionally, the vulnerability permits unauthorized modification capabilities including update, insert, and delete operations on accessible data, while simultaneously providing the ability to initiate partial denial of service conditions that can disrupt platform functionality. This multi-faceted impact aligns with CWE-284, which addresses improper access control vulnerabilities in software systems. The vulnerability's characteristics also correspond to ATT&CK technique T1078 which covers valid accounts as a means of maintaining access and T1046 which involves network service scanning to identify vulnerable systems.
The operational impact of CVE-2020-2633 extends beyond simple data compromise, as it creates opportunities for attackers to manipulate enterprise monitoring data and potentially disrupt business operations through partial denial of service conditions. Organizations utilizing affected Oracle Enterprise Manager versions face risks of unauthorized data exposure, data integrity violations, and service disruption that could affect critical enterprise operations. The vulnerability's network accessibility means that attackers do not require physical presence or specialized local access to exploit the weakness, making it particularly concerning for enterprise environments where network exposure is common. The CVSS vector analysis indicates that while the attack complexity is low, the privilege requirements are high, suggesting that the vulnerability may be exploited by insiders or attackers who have already compromised high-privilege accounts within the enterprise network infrastructure. Organizations should implement immediate mitigation strategies including applying Oracle security patches, strengthening access controls, and monitoring network traffic for suspicious HTTP activity related to the Enterprise Manager Base Platform components.