CVE-2026-62572 in Hyperion Infrastructure Technology
Summary
by MITRE • 08/19/2026
Vulnerability in the Oracle Hyperion Infrastructure Technology product of Oracle Hyperion (component: Installation and Configuration). The supported version that is affected is 11.2.25.0.000. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows low privileged attacker with logon to the infrastructure where Oracle Hyperion Infrastructure Technology executes to compromise Oracle Hyperion Infrastructure Technology. While the vulnerability is in Oracle Hyperion Infrastructure Technology, attacks may significantly impact additional products (scope change). Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all Oracle Hyperion Infrastructure Technology accessible data. CVSS 3.1 Base Score 6.5 (Confidentiality impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:N/A:N).
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 08/19/2026
The identified vulnerability resides within the Oracle Hyperion Infrastructure Technology product, specifically affecting version 11.2.25.0.000 in its Installation and Configuration component. This security flaw is characterized by an easily exploitable condition that permits a low-privileged attacker to compromise the integrity of the system. The attack vector requires local access, meaning the adversary must have valid logon credentials or physical access to the infrastructure where Oracle Hyperion Infrastructure Technology executes. Despite requiring authentication, the simplicity of exploitation and the relatively low privilege level needed for initiation make this a significant risk within enterprise environments that may not enforce strict least-privilege principles across all user accounts interacting with backend systems.
The technical nature of this flaw allows an attacker to bypass standard access controls due to improper permission checks or insecure configuration defaults during installation or runtime operations. While the direct target is Oracle Hyperion Infrastructure Technology, the impact extends beyond this single component through a scope change effect. This means that compromising the infrastructure layer can serve as a pivot point for lateral movement within the network architecture. The vulnerability primarily impacts confidentiality rather than integrity or availability, indicating that the core issue involves unauthorized data exposure rather than system disruption or modification of code logic.
The operational impact of this vulnerability is severe regarding data security. Successful exploitation enables an attacker to gain unauthorized access to critical business data stored or processed by Oracle Hyperion Infrastructure Technology. In worst-case scenarios, it grants complete access to all data accessible through the infrastructure layer. This could include sensitive financial reports, strategic planning documents, and other proprietary information managed by the Hyperion suite. The disclosure of such data can lead to significant competitive disadvantage, regulatory penalties under frameworks like GDPR or SOX, and reputational damage for the affected organization.
From a classification perspective, this vulnerability aligns with CWE-269 Improper Privilege Management, as it allows an actor with lower privileges than expected to perform actions that should be restricted. It also relates to CWE-732 Incorrect Permission Assignment for Critical Resource if the root cause lies in file or directory permissions set during installation. In terms of offensive security frameworks, this maps to ATT&CK technique T1078 Valid Accounts, as it relies on legitimate credentials, and potentially T1550 Use Alternate Authentication Material if session hijacking is involved, though the primary vector described is direct logon exploitation. The CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.5 reflects a medium severity rating driven by high confidentiality impact despite local access requirements.
Mitigation strategies should focus on both immediate remediation and long-term architectural hardening. Oracle has likely released patches for version 11.2.25.0.000 that address the specific flaw in the installation or configuration logic; applying these updates is the primary corrective action. Administrators must ensure that all instances of Hyperion Infrastructure Technology are updated to the latest supported patch level. Additionally, organizations should review and restrict user privileges assigned to accounts interacting with this infrastructure. Implementing strict role-based access control ensures that only authorized personnel have logon capabilities to servers hosting critical enterprise applications. Network segmentation can also limit the blast radius by isolating database and application tiers from general corporate networks, reducing the likelihood of an attacker reaching the vulnerable component even if they compromise a lower-privileged endpoint. Regular auditing of configuration settings against security benchmarks such as CIS Benchmarks for Oracle databases and middleware will help prevent misconfigurations that could exacerbate this vulnerability.