CVE-2024-20957 in JD Edwards EnterpriseOne Tools
Summary
by MITRE • 01/17/2024
Vulnerability in the JD Edwards EnterpriseOne Tools product of Oracle JD Edwards (component: Package Build SEC). Supported versions that are affected are Prior to 9.2.8.1. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows high privileged attacker with network access via JDENET to compromise JD Edwards EnterpriseOne Tools. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized ability to cause a partial denial of service (partial DOS) of JD Edwards EnterpriseOne Tools. CVSS 3.1 Base Score 2.7 (Availability impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:L).
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 02/09/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-20957 resides within the JD Edwards EnterpriseOne Tools product line, specifically within the Package Build SEC component of Oracle JD Edwards. This security flaw affects versions prior to 9.2.8.1, representing a significant concern for organizations utilizing this enterprise resource planning platform. The vulnerability's classification as easily exploitable indicates that attackers with minimal technical expertise can potentially leverage this weakness to compromise system integrity. The attack vector requires network access through the JDENET protocol, suggesting that the vulnerability can be exploited remotely without requiring physical access to the target system. The CVSS score of 2.7 with a base vector of AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:L demonstrates that while the vulnerability requires high privileged access, the attack complexity is low and the potential impact on availability is moderate.
This vulnerability operates within the context of enterprise application security where privileged access controls are paramount for maintaining system integrity and operational continuity. The Package Build SEC component typically handles critical system configuration and deployment functions within JD Edwards EnterpriseOne environments, making it a potentially attractive target for adversaries seeking to disrupt business operations. The partial denial of service impact indicates that attackers could compromise specific functionalities or system components rather than achieving complete system failure, though this still represents a substantial operational risk for enterprise environments where continuous availability is essential. The vulnerability's classification under the availability impact category (CVSS 3.1 Base Score 2.7) aligns with CWE-400, which addresses unchecked resource consumption and resource exhaustion issues that can lead to denial of service conditions.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple system disruption to potentially compromise business continuity and operational efficiency within organizations relying on JD Edwards EnterpriseOne platforms. Organizations utilizing affected versions may experience partial system unavailability or degradation of service, which can directly impact financial operations, supply chain management, and other critical business processes that depend on continuous system availability. The requirement for high privileged access suggests that this vulnerability is most likely exploitable by insiders or attackers who have already compromised legitimate administrative credentials, though this still represents a significant risk given the potential for service disruption. The attack scenario typically involves an authenticated high-privileged user leveraging network access through JDENET to execute malicious code or manipulate system resources, potentially leading to service degradation or partial system failure.
Organizations should prioritize immediate remediation through patch management processes to upgrade to version 9.2.8.1 or later, which contains the necessary security fixes for this vulnerability. The mitigation strategy should also include enhanced monitoring of network traffic through JDENET protocols to detect anomalous activities that may indicate exploitation attempts. Access controls should be reviewed and strengthened to ensure that only authorized personnel maintain high privileged access to the system, following the principle of least privilege and implementing proper role-based access controls. Network segmentation and firewall rules should be implemented to restrict access to JD Edwards EnterpriseOne components to authorized network segments only, reducing the attack surface for potential exploitation. Additionally, organizations should conduct regular security assessments and vulnerability scanning to identify similar weaknesses within their enterprise application environments, as this vulnerability may indicate broader security gaps that require comprehensive remediation efforts to prevent future incidents. The ATT&CK framework would categorize this vulnerability under the T1190 technique for Exploit Public-Facing Application, with potential lateral movement capabilities through compromised administrative privileges.