CVE-2018-3004: Vulnerability in the Java VM component of Oracle Database Server. Supported versions that are affected are 11.2.0.4, 12.1.0.2,12.2.0.1 and 18.2. Diffi...

Description

Vulnerability in the Java VM component of Oracle Database Server. Supported versions that are affected are 11.2.0.4, 12.1.0.2,12.2.0.1 and 18.2. Difficult to exploit vulnerability allows low privileged attacker having Create Session, Create Procedure privilege with network access via multiple protocols to compromise Java VM. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all Java VM accessible data. CVSS 3.0 Base Score 5.3 (Confidentiality impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N).

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.67%

83.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Oracle	Database Server	11.2.0.4
Oracle	Database Server	12.1.0.2
Oracle	Database Server	12.2.0.1
Oracle	Database Server	18.2

References

http://obtruse.syfrtext.com/2018/07/oracle-privilege-escalation-via.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory
http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpujul2018-4258247.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104805Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041299Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://obtruse.syfrtext.com/2018/07/oracle-privilege-escalation-via.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory
http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpujul2018-4258247.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104805Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041299Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Jul 18, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-3004?

Vulnerability in the Java VM component of Oracle Database Server. Supported versions that are affected are 11.2.0.4, 12.1.0.2,12.2.0.1 and 18.2. Difficult to exploit vulnerability allows low privileged attacker having Create Session, Create Procedure privilege with network access via multiple protocols to compromise Java VM. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all Java VM accessible data. CVSS 3.0 Base Score 5.3 (Confidentiality impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N).

How severe is CVE-2018-3004?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-3004 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.67% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-3004?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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