CVE-2017-3486

CVE-2017-3486 is a high-severity vulnerability in Oracle Sql Plus with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Vulnerability in the SQL*Plus component of Oracle Database Server. Supported versions that are affected are 11.2.0.4 and 12.1.0.2. Difficult to exploit vulnerability allows high privileged attacker having Local Logon privilege with logon to the infrastructure where SQL*Plus executes to compromise SQL*Plus. Successful attacks require human interaction from a person other than the attacker and while the vulnerability is in SQL*Plus, attacks may significantly impact additional products. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in takeover of SQL*Plus. Note: This score is for Windows platform version 11.2.0.4 of Database. For Windows platform version 12.1.0.2 and Linux, the score is 6.3 with scope Unchanged. CVSS 3.0 Base Score 7.2 (Confidentiality, Integrity and Availability impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:H/PR:H/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H).

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-3486?
Vulnerability in the SQL*Plus component of Oracle Database Server. Supported versions that are affected are 11.2.0.4 and 12.1.0.2. Difficult to exploit vulnerability allows high privileged attacker having Local Logon privilege with logon to the infrastructure where SQL*Plus executes to compromise SQL*Plus. Successful attacks require human interaction from a person other than the attacker and while the vulnerability is in SQL*Plus, attacks may significantly impact additional products. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in takeover of SQL*Plus. Note: This score is for Windows platform version 11.2.0.4 of Database. For Windows platform version 12.1.0.2 and Linux, the score is 6.3 with scope Unchanged. CVSS 3.0 Base Score 7.2 (Confidentiality, Integrity and Availability impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:H/PR:H/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H).
How severe is CVE-2017-3486?
CVE-2017-3486 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with high attack complexity, requires high privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2017-3486 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (34th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2017-3486?
CVE-2017-3486 primarily affects Oracle Sql Plus. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2017-3486?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2017-3486 published?
CVE-2017-3486 was published on 2017-04-24 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

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Affected products (2)