Database Server Core RDBMS Vulnerability in Oracle Products

CVE-2020-2516

What is CVE-2020-2516?

A vulnerability exists within the Core RDBMS component of Oracle Database Server that allows an attacker with elevated privileges, specifically those capable of creating materialized views or tables, to exploit the system through OracleNet. This vulnerability requires the attacker to prompt human interaction, allowing them to gain unauthorized access and manipulate Core RDBMS data, specifically enabling updates, inserts, or deletions. Such risks emphasize the importance of robust security measures in safeguarding sensitive database information.

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