Skip to main content

Oracle ATS CVE-2026-70868

| EUVDEUVD-2026-61818 HIGH
Improper Access Control (CWE-284)
2026-08-18 secalert_us@oracle.com GHSA-4c38-w985-8624
8.1
CVSS 3.1 · Vendor: oracle
View

Attack ChainAIDerived

Hypothetical attack flow derived from CVE metadata – not a confirmed exploit chain

  1. Access
    Identify network-exposed OATS 13.3.0.1 instance
  2. Exploit
    Send crafted HTTP request exploiting high-complexity condition
  3. Execution
    Trigger vulnerability in OATS HTTP handler
  4. Impact
    Achieve full application takeover (C/I/A)

Vulnerability Assessment

Weakness
CWE
OWASP Top 10:2025
A01:2025 - Broken Access Control
ASVS 5.0
V8 - Authorization Access control enforcement
MITRE ATT&CK

1 technique across 1 tactic: Defense Evasion

The technique list with ATT&CK links and the kill-chain view is part of the Basic plan and up.

Exploitation Conditions

The CVSS vector (AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N) indicates network-accessible exploitation without authentication or user interaction, but with high attack complexity - meaning some specific, non-trivial condition must be met, such as a timing dependency, a particular application state, or a specific HTTP request structure. The description does not identify the precise triggering condition (e.g., a specific endpoint, enabled feature, or configuration state), and the CWE is absent, making the exact prerequisite unverifiable from available data. Exploitation is limited by: (1) the AC:H requirement, which substantially reduces the probability of reliable, automated exploitation; (2) the product's typically internal/enterprise deployment model, which limits attacker network reach; and (3) the S:U scope, which confines impact to the OATS process itself. Authentication requirements are confirmed as none (PR:N per CVSS vector).

Impact

The CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.1 reflects a high-severity vulnerability, but the AC:H metric is the most operationally significant signal here - it means exploitation is not straightforward and likely requires a specific race condition, precise timing, or non-default configuration state. No EPSS score was provided in the source data, so probabilistic exploitation likelihood cannot be quantified. The absence of a CISA KEV listing and the lack of any reported POC code further support the assessment that this has not been widely exploited at time of analysis. The ENISA tag of 'Information Disclosure' is notable because the CVSS impact triad shows C:H/I:H/A:H - a full takeover, not merely disclosure - this discrepancy should be verified directly against the Oracle CPU advisory at the reference URL. Even a mid-sized enterprise IT team in legnica running a network-exposed OATS 13.3.0.1 instance should prioritize patching within normal patch cycle cadence, without treating this as an emergency requiring immediate emergency change procedures, given the AC:H barrier. Organizations exposing OATS directly to untrusted networks should elevate priority.

Exploit ScenarioDerived

An unauthenticated remote attacker identifies a network-exposed Oracle Application Testing Suite 13.3.0.1 instance and sends a specially crafted HTTP request (or sequence of requests) designed to trigger the high-complexity vulnerability condition. Upon success, the attacker achieves full control over the OATS application, potentially accessing stored test credentials, automation scripts, and system resources. No public exploit code has been identified at time of analysis, meaning successful exploitation likely requires attacker research or access to non-public exploit techniques.

This Week Schedule remediation this week. Why: HIGH severity (CVSS 7.0-8.9).
No patch listed yet 0.4% exploitation probability (EPSS)

Get an e-mail when this CVE is exploited, patched or re-scored. Free account.

Alert me

AnalysisAIv1 – Aug 19, 2026

Full system takeover of Oracle Application Testing Suite 13.3.0.1 is achievable by an unauthenticated remote attacker over HTTP, with successful exploitation resulting in complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The vendor-assigned CVSS vector (AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H) confirms network reachability without authentication, though the high attack complexity rating indicates non-trivial exploitation conditions that reduce the likelihood of opportunistic mass exploitation. No public exploit code and no CISA KEV listing have been identified at time of analysis.

RemediationAI

Apply the Oracle Critical Security Update for August 2026, available via the Oracle Security Alerts page at https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cspuaug2026.html. The advisory does not specify an exact replacement version number in the available data, so administrators should consult the CPU patch matrix directly to identify the correct patch bundle for their platform. As a compensating control pending patching, restrict network access to the OATS HTTP interface to trusted internal networks or VPN-only access using firewall rules or network segmentation - this does not eliminate the vulnerability but raises the effective attack complexity beyond AC:H by requiring attacker network adjacency. Do not expose OATS to untrusted or internet-facing network segments.

Affected VersionsENISA

Oracle Application Testing Suite 13.3.0.1

Affected Packages

euvd oracle_application_testing_suite no fix

Source: OSV (Open Source Vulnerabilities)

Affects your stack

Affects 1 package in euvd

Checking this CVE against your own stacks and servers is part of the Basic plan and up.

Technical ContextAI · show details

Oracle Application Testing Suite (OATS) 13.3.0.1 is the sole confirmed affected version per ENISA EUVD-2026-61818 and the Oracle Critical Security Update (CPU) for August 2026. The vulnerability manifests over HTTP (AV:N), consistent with OATS's web-based test orchestration interface. CWE classification was not provided (listed as N/A), which limits root-cause characterization - the precise flaw class (e.g., deserialization, authentication bypass, injection) is not determinable from the available data alone. The CVSS S:U (unchanged scope) metric indicates the impact is confined to the OATS process and its data, rather than extending to the broader host OS or adjacent systems, though full C/I/A impact still constitutes a complete application-level takeover.

Know when Application Testing Suite gets its next vulnerability

  • Watch products and get an email when something new is published
  • Check this CVE against your own stack and servers
  • Exploit and PoC references, threat intelligence from 22 sources

No credit card · 7-day full trial

Severity by source

Vendor (oracle) PRIMARY 8.1 HIGH
AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
vuln.today AI 8.1 HIGH

Vendor vector accepted: network-accessible without auth, high complexity limits exploitability, full C/I/A impact consistent with application takeover, unchanged scope.

3.1 AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
4.0 AV:N/AC:H/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N

Primary rating from Vendor (oracle).

CVSS VectorVendor: oracle

Attack Vector
Network
Attack Complexity
High
Privileges Required
None
User Interaction
None
Scope
Unchanged
Confidentiality
High
Integrity
High
Availability
High

DescriptionCVE.org

Vulnerability in Oracle Application Testing Suite. The supported version that is affected is 13.3.0.1. Difficult to exploit vulnerability allows unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise Oracle Application Testing Suite. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in takeover of Oracle Application Testing Suite. CVSS 3.1 Base Score 8.1 (Confidentiality, Integrity and Availability impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H).

Executive ViewAI

Why It Matters

Oracle Application Testing Suite 13.3.0.1 is vulnerable to unauthenticated remote system takeover over HTTP, creating critical risk for any organization with internet-exposed deployments of this testing platform. The vulnerability permits complete compromise of system confidentiality, integrity, and availability; no public exploit has been identified at time of analysis, but the capability exists for skilled attackers to compromise affected systems. Organizations must immediately assess exposure and implement interim protections while awaiting vendor mitigation options.

Business Impact: High
Compensating Controls

No vendor-released patch identified at time of analysis. Implement network isolation by moving affected systems behind restricted network boundaries with access limited to authorized administrative users via firewall rules. Deploy Web Application Firewall rules to monitor and block HTTP requests matching known exploitation patterns. Enable comprehensive audit logging of authentication attempts and system access. Segment testing infrastructure from production systems and external networks. Establish a process to monitor Oracle security advisories and test patches immediately upon release in a staging environment.

Threat Intelligence Overview

EPSS Score
0.4%
Top 69% exploitable
Prevalence
Low
niche Oracle enterprise QA testing tool, limited production deployments
Data Quality
4 sources
Confidence: Medium

How this decision was reached

The engine reads each signal below and applies a fixed list of rules from top to bottom. The first rule that matches sets the recommended action – like a statement, every line is shown.

SignalValue
Severity HIGH
CISA KEV No
Public POC No
EPSS 0.4%
Patch available No
Active threat No
Deciding rule
HIGH severity (CVSS 7.0-8.9)
What every action level means
Emergency Immediate action required. Criteria: CRITICAL + in CISA KEV (actively exploited) without patch, OR CRITICAL + EPSS > 30% without patch, OR CRITICAL + active threat signals without patch.
Act Now Prioritize within 24-48h. Criteria: in KEV with patch available, OR CRITICAL + public POC, OR HIGH + EPSS > 10%, OR CRITICAL + active threat, OR any CRITICAL severity.
This Week Schedule remediation this week. Criteria: HIGH severity (CVSS 7.0-8.9). Patch within normal change window.
This Month Plan within 30 days. Criteria: MEDIUM severity (CVSS 4.0-6.9), lower exploitation probability. Include in regular patch cycle.
Monitor Track and reassess. Criteria: LOW severity (CVSS 0.1-3.9), minimal exploitation risk. No immediate action needed.

SSVC AssessmentENISA

SSVC Decision· derived
Scheduled
Exploitation· derived
None
System Exposure· derived
Open
Automatable· derived
No
Human Impact
High

Priority Score

40
Low Medium High Critical
KEV: 0
EPSS: 0
CVSS: +40
PoC: 0
Weaponized: 0
Threat intel: 0
Gov advisory: 0

Attack Technique

Authentication bypass attacks exploit flaws in the verification mechanisms that control access to systems and applications.

CVE-2017-5645 CRITICAL POC
9.8 Apr 17

In Apache Log4j 2.x before 2.8.2, when using the TCP socket server or UDP socket server to receive serialized log events

CVE-2016-0492 MEDIUM POC
6.4 Jan 21

Unspecified vulnerability in the Oracle Application Testing Suite component in Oracle Enterprise Manager Grid Control 12

CVE-2016-0491 MEDIUM POC
6.4 Jan 21

Unspecified vulnerability in the Oracle Application Testing Suite component in Oracle Enterprise Manager Grid Control 12

CVE-2018-1270 CRITICAL POC
9.8 Apr 06

Spring Framework, versions 5.0 prior to 5.0.5 and versions 4.3 prior to 4.3.15 and older unsupported versions, allow app

CVE-2020-5398 HIGH
7.5 Jan 17

In Spring Framework, versions 5.2.x prior to 5.2.3, versions 5.1.x prior to 5.1.13, and versions 5.0.x prior to 5.0.16,

CVE-2016-8610 HIGH
7.5 Nov 13

A denial of service flaw was found in OpenSSL 0.9.8, 1.0.1, 1.0.2 through 1.0.2h, and 1.1.0 in the way the TLS/SSL proto

CVE-2019-17571 CRITICAL
9.8 Dec 20

Included in Log4j 1.2 is a SocketServer class that is vulnerable to deserialization of untrusted data which can be explo

CVE-2020-35728 HIGH
8.1 Dec 27

FasterXML jackson-databind 2.x before 2.9.10.8 mishandles the interaction between serialization gadgets and typing, rela

CVE-2020-35491 HIGH POC
8.1 Dec 17

FasterXML jackson-databind 2.x before 2.9.10.8 mishandles the interaction between serialization gadgets and typing, rela

CVE-2020-35490 HIGH POC
8.1 Dec 17

FasterXML jackson-databind 2.x before 2.9.10.8 mishandles the interaction between serialization gadgets and typing, rela

CVE-2019-10086 HIGH
7.3 Aug 20

In Apache Commons Beanutils 1.9.2, a special BeanIntrospector class was added which allows suppressing the ability for a

CVE-2021-2351 HIGH POC
8.3 Jul 21

Vulnerability in the Advanced Networking Option component of Oracle Database Server. Rated high severity (CVSS 8.3), thi

This site uses cookies essential for authentication and security. No tracking or analytics cookies are used. Privacy Policy