Unpatched Vulnerability in Oracle WebLogic Server Could Lead to Unauthorized Access
CVE-2024-21182

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor: Oracle
Status: Weblogic Server
Vendor: CVE Published:; 16 July 2024

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📈 Trended📈 Score: 1,240👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC🟣 EPSS 74%🦅 CISA Reported📰 News Worthy

What is CVE-2024-21182?

CVE-2024-21182 is a serious vulnerability identified in Oracle WebLogic Server, a crucial component of Oracle Fusion Middleware, which enables application and service development for a wide range of business operations. This vulnerability could allow unauthorized access to sensitive data by enabling unauthenticated attackers with network access to exploit it via specific protocols like T3 and IIOP. The implications of this flaw are significant, as it can lead to unauthorized exposure of critical data or complete access to all data within the Oracle WebLogic Server environment, potentially threatening the integrity of an organization's information systems.

Technical Details

The CVE-2024-21182 vulnerability affects Oracle WebLogic Server versions 12.2.1.4.0 and 14.1.1.0.0. It is classified as an easily exploitable flaw that allows attackers to compromise the web server without authentication. The vulnerability has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.5, indicating a high risk, particularly in terms of confidentiality impacts. The conditions for exploitation require only network access, making it a considerable threat to all exposed systems.

Potential Impact of CVE-2024-21182

Unauthorized Data Access: Successful exploitation of this vulnerability can provide attackers with unimpeded access to critical data stored in the Oracle WebLogic Server, which could lead to extensive information theft and potential financial losses.
Complete System Compromise: Attackers may gain full control over the affected instances of Oracle WebLogic Server, allowing them to manipulate data, install malware, or launch further attacks against an organization’s infrastructure.
Reputation Damage: Organizations affected by breaches resulting from this vulnerability may suffer significant damage to their reputation, resulting in a loss of customer trust and possible regulatory repercussions, which can have long-term implications for business operations.

CISA has reported CVE-2024-21182

CISA provides regional cyber and physical services to support security and resilience across the United States. CISA monitor the most dangerious vulnerabilities and have identifed CVE-2024-21182 as being exploited but is not known by the CISA to be used in ransomware campaigns. This is subject to change at pace

The CISA's recommendation is: Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

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Affected Version(s)

WebLogic Server 12.2.1.4.0

WebLogic Server 14.1.1.0.0

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2024-21182
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