How severe is CVE-2007-6260?

CVE-2007-6260 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8, rated medium severity.

Is CVE-2007-6260 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (70th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2007-6260?

CVE-2007-6260 affects Oracle Database Server. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2007-6260?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2007-6260 published?

CVE-2007-6260 was published on 2007-12-06 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2007-6260

CVE-2007-6260 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Oracle Database Server with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-255.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 2.0 base score 6.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (70th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-255
Affected product: Oracle Database Server
Published: 2007-12-06
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The installation process for Oracle 10g and llg uses accounts with default passwords, which allows remote attackers to obtain login access by connecting to the Listener. NOTE: at the end of the installation, if performed using the Database Configuration Assistant (DBCA), most accounts are disabled or their passwords are changed.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2007-6260?: The installation process for Oracle 10g and llg uses accounts with default passwords, which allows remote attackers to obtain login access by connecting to the Listener. NOTE: at the end of the installation, if performed using the Database Configuration Assistant (DBCA), most accounts are disabled or their passwords are changed.
How severe is CVE-2007-6260?: CVE-2007-6260 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2007-6260 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (70th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2007-6260?: CVE-2007-6260 affects Oracle Database Server. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2007-6260?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2007-6260 published?: CVE-2007-6260 was published on 2007-12-06 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:oracle:database_server:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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