CVE-2026-60421

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Oracle Unified Directory LDAP Access Control Bypass

Publication date: 2026-07-21

Last updated on: 2026-07-29

Assigner: Oracle

Description

Vulnerability in the Oracle Unified Directory product of Oracle Fusion Middleware (component: OUD Core). Supported versions that are affected are 12.2.1.4.0 and 14.1.2.1.0. Difficult to exploit vulnerability allows low privileged attacker with network access via LDAP to compromise Oracle Unified Directory. While the vulnerability is in Oracle Unified Directory, attacks may significantly impact additional products (scope change). Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized creation, deletion or modification access to critical data or all Oracle Unified Directory accessible data as well as unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all Oracle Unified Directory accessible data. CVSS 3.1 Base Score 8.2 (Confidentiality and Integrity impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:N).

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Meta Information

Published

2026-07-21

Last Modified

2026-07-29

Generated

2026-08-11

AI Q&A

2026-07-22

EPSS Evaluated

2026-08-09

NVD

CVE-2026-60421

EUVD

EUVD-2026-46819

Affected Vendors & Products

Vendor	Product	Version / Range
oracle	unified_directory	12.2.1.4.0
oracle	unified_directory	14.1.2.1.0

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Exploitability

CWE

KEV

CWE ID	Description
CWE-284	The product does not restrict or incorrectly restricts access to a resource from an unauthorized actor.

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Executive Summary

This is a vulnerability in Oracle Unified Directory, part of Oracle Fusion Middleware. It affects versions 12.2.1.4.0 and 14.1.2.1.0. A low-privileged attacker with network access via LDAP can exploit it to compromise the directory. The attack can lead to unauthorized creation, deletion, or modification of critical data, as well as unauthorized access to all accessible data in Oracle Unified Directory.

Detection Guidance

This vulnerability involves Oracle Unified Directory and requires network access via LDAP. Detection should focus on monitoring LDAP traffic for unusual activity, such as unauthorized data modifications or access attempts. Check Oracle Unified Directory logs for suspicious entries and ensure all systems are updated to the latest patches.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability allows attackers to modify or delete sensitive data, access confidential information, or create unauthorized data entries. This could lead to data breaches, loss of data integrity, or unauthorized system access, depending on the attacker's goals and the data stored in Oracle Unified Directory.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access or modification of sensitive data, which may violate compliance requirements under GDPR, HIPAA, or other regulations. Organizations using affected Oracle Unified Directory versions may face legal penalties, reputational damage, or loss of certification if data breaches occur due to this vulnerability.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the latest Oracle Critical Patch Update (CPU) for Oracle Unified Directory versions 12.2.1.4.0 and 14.1.2.1.0 to address the vulnerability. Monitor Oracle's security advisories for patches and updates.

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