CVE-2020-2783 in Outside In Technology
Summary
by MITRE
Vulnerability in the Oracle Outside In Technology product of Oracle Fusion Middleware (component: Outside In Filters). Supported versions that are affected are 8.5.4 and 8.5.5. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise Oracle Outside In Technology. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized update, insert or delete access to some of Oracle Outside In Technology accessible data. Note: Outside In Technology is a suite of software development kits (SDKs). The protocol and CVSS score depend on the software that uses the Outside In Technology code. The CVSS score assumes that the software passes data received over a network directly to Outside In Technology code, but if data is not received over a network the CVSS score may be lower. CVSS 3.0 Base Score 5.3 (Integrity impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N).
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 05/22/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2020-2783 resides within Oracle Outside In Technology, a comprehensive suite of software development kits that enable applications to process and convert various document formats. This particular flaw exists within the Outside In Filters component of Oracle Fusion Middleware, affecting specifically versions 8.5.4 and 8.5.5 of the technology stack. The vulnerability represents a significant security weakness that can be exploited by unauthenticated attackers who gain network access through HTTP protocols, making it particularly concerning given the widespread use of web-based interfaces in modern enterprise environments.
The technical nature of this vulnerability stems from insufficient input validation and processing within the Outside In Technology codebase, particularly when handling data received over network connections. This weakness creates an avenue for attackers to manipulate the system's behavior through crafted HTTP requests that are then processed by the vulnerable Outside In Filters component. The flaw operates at the protocol level where network data is directly passed to the vulnerable code without adequate sanitization or validation measures. According to CVSS 3.0 scoring methodology, this vulnerability is classified with a base score of 5.3, indicating a medium severity threat with integrity impacts. The CVSS vector (AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N) demonstrates that the attack requires network access with low complexity, no authentication requirements, and no user interaction, while the scope remains unchanging, suggesting the vulnerability affects the same security scope as the vulnerable component.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data integrity concerns, as successful exploitation could enable unauthorized modification of data within the Oracle Outside In Technology environment. Attackers could potentially insert, update, or delete information within systems that utilize this technology, creating a significant risk for organizations relying on document processing capabilities. The vulnerability's classification as easily exploitable means that attackers with minimal technical expertise can potentially compromise affected systems, making it particularly dangerous in enterprise environments where document processing is critical for business operations. The fact that this affects a core SDK component means that any application or system utilizing Outside In Technology for document handling, conversion, or processing could be at risk, potentially affecting multiple downstream applications and services.
Organizations should implement immediate mitigations including applying Oracle's security patches and updates to address the vulnerability in affected versions. Network segmentation and access controls should be strengthened to limit exposure of systems utilizing Outside In Technology, particularly those with direct HTTP access. The implementation of web application firewalls and network monitoring solutions can help detect and prevent exploitation attempts. Additionally, organizations should conduct comprehensive assessments of all systems that utilize Oracle Fusion Middleware components to identify potential exposure points and ensure proper input validation is implemented at all layers of the application stack. This vulnerability aligns with CWE-20, which describes improper input validation, and could be leveraged by threat actors following ATT&CK technique T1190 for initial access through web application exploitation. Organizations should also consider implementing principle of least privilege controls and regular security assessments to prevent unauthorized access to vulnerable components. The CVSS scoring indicates that while the attack vector is straightforward, the potential for data integrity compromise makes this vulnerability particularly critical for organizations with sensitive document processing requirements.