CVE-2026-62601 in Sales
Summary
by MITRE • 08/19/2026
Vulnerability in the Oracle Sales product of Oracle E-Business Suite (component: Internal Operations). Supported versions that are affected are 12.2.3-12.2.15. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows low privileged attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise Oracle Sales. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all Oracle Sales accessible data as well as unauthorized update, insert or delete access to some of Oracle Sales accessible data. CVSS 3.1 Base Score 7.1 (Confidentiality and Integrity impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:L/A:N).
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 08/19/2026
The identified vulnerability resides within the Internal Operations component of Oracle Sales, a critical module within the broader Oracle E-Business Suite ecosystem. This security flaw affects supported software versions ranging from 12.2.3 through 12.2.15, indicating that a significant portion of deployed instances may be susceptible to exploitation if not properly patched or mitigated. The nature of this vulnerability allows for unauthorized access and data manipulation by an attacker who possesses only low-level privileges within the application environment. This is particularly concerning as it lowers the barrier to entry for malicious actors, enabling individuals with minimal initial access rights to escalate their influence over the system's integrity and confidentiality.
From a technical perspective, the exploit vector relies on network connectivity via HTTP, which suggests that the vulnerability may be triggered through standard web requests rather than requiring complex local interactions or physical proximity. The requirement for low-privileged access implies that the flaw likely involves an authorization bypass or improper access control mechanism within the internal operations logic. An attacker can leverage this weakness to compromise Oracle Sales by gaining unauthorized visibility into sensitive business data or altering critical records. This aligns with common vulnerability classifications such as CWE-269, which addresses Improper Privilege Management, and potentially CWE-862 regarding Missing Authorization checks in specific API endpoints or internal services exposed through the web interface.
The operational impact of a successful exploitation is severe, characterized by high confidentiality impacts and moderate integrity impacts, resulting in a CVSS 3.1 Base Score of 7.1. This score reflects that while availability remains unaffected, the ability to read critical data constitutes a significant breach of security boundaries. Furthermore, the capacity for unauthorized updates, inserts, or deletions poses a direct threat to business continuity and data accuracy. Attackers could manipulate financial records, customer information, or operational metrics, leading to potential regulatory non-compliance, reputational damage, and financial loss. In terms of adversary behavior, this vulnerability maps closely to MITRE ATT&CK techniques such as T1078 Valid Accounts for initial access leveraging low-privilege credentials, followed by T1530 Data from Cloud Storage or T1213 Data from Information Repositories for exfiltration and modification.
To mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability, organizations must prioritize applying the latest security patches provided by Oracle for versions 12.2.3 through 12.2.15. Immediate remediation is essential to close the authorization gaps that allow low-privileged users to perform actions beyond their intended scope. In addition to patching, implementing strict network segmentation can limit exposure by restricting HTTP access to internal operations components from untrusted networks. Employing Web Application Firewalls with rules tailored to detect anomalous request patterns associated with privilege escalation attempts adds an additional layer of defense. Regular audits of user permissions and adherence to the principle of least privilege are also critical preventive measures to ensure that even if such vulnerabilities exist, their exploitation is significantly hindered by robust access control policies.