Security readout for executives and security teams
This CVE concerns an old Oracle HTML DB installation behavior where manual installs of versions 1.3 through 1.3.6 could leave the database SYS password in a plaintext install.lst file. If a local user can read that file, they may gain powerful database privileges. Exposure is most likely on legacy Oracle HTML DB systems installed manually, especially where install files remain readable by non-administrative local users. Modern Oracle APEX deployments are not identified in the provided sources. Treat as a targeted legacy exposure issue. It is not internet-facing by itself, but it can expose a highly privileged database credential. Prioritize systems with shared shell access, old Oracle HTML DB deployments, or weak host file permissions. Mitigation focus: Inventory Oracle HTML DB 1.3 through 1.3.6 manual installations.; Check vendor and advisory guidance before changing installation artifacts.; Remove or secure plaintext installation logs if guidance permits..
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- oracle-htmldb-install-plaintext-password(22542)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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