CVE-2017-10120

CVE-2017-10120 is a low-severity vulnerability in Oracle Database Server with a CVSS 3.x base score of 1.9. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Vulnerability in the RDBMS Security component of Oracle Database Server. The supported version that is affected is 12.1.0.2. Difficult to exploit vulnerability allows high privileged attacker having Create Session, Select Any Dictionary privilege with logon to the infrastructure where RDBMS Security executes to compromise RDBMS Security. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized update, insert or delete access to some of RDBMS Security accessible data. CVSS 3.0 Base Score 1.9 (Integrity impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:H/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N).

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-10120?
Vulnerability in the RDBMS Security component of Oracle Database Server. The supported version that is affected is 12.1.0.2. Difficult to exploit vulnerability allows high privileged attacker having Create Session, Select Any Dictionary privilege with logon to the infrastructure where RDBMS Security executes to compromise RDBMS Security. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized update, insert or delete access to some of RDBMS Security accessible data. CVSS 3.0 Base Score 1.9 (Integrity impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:H/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N).
How severe is CVE-2017-10120?
CVE-2017-10120 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 1.9, rated low severity. It is exploitable over local access with high attack complexity, requires high privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2017-10120 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (29th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2017-10120?
CVE-2017-10120 affects Oracle Database Server. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2017-10120?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2017-10120 published?
CVE-2017-10120 was published on 2017-08-08 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

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