CVE-2026-60821

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Remote Code Execution in Oracle PeopleSoft PeopleTools

Publication date: 2026-08-18

Last updated on: 2026-08-21

Assigner: Oracle

Description

Vulnerability in the PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools product of Oracle PeopleSoft (component: Business Interlink). Supported versions that are affected are 8.61-8.63. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in takeover of PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools. CVSS 3.1 Base Score 9.8 (Confidentiality, Integrity and Availability impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H).

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Published

2026-08-18

Last Modified

2026-08-21

Generated

2026-09-08

AI Q&A

2026-08-19

EPSS Evaluated

2026-09-06

NVD

CVE-2026-60821

Affected Vendors & Products

Vendor	Product	Version / Range
oracle	peoplesoft_enterprise_peopletools	From 8.61 (inc) to 8.63 (inc)

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Exploitability

CWE

KEV

CWE ID	Description
CWE-306	The product does not perform any authentication for functionality that requires a provable user identity or consumes a significant amount of resources.
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 critical vulnerability in Oracle PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools versions 8.61 to 8.63. It allows an unauthenticated attacker to remotely compromise the system via HTTP without any user interaction. Successful exploitation could lead to full takeover of the PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools.

Detection Guidance

This vulnerability affects Oracle PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools versions 8.61-8.63. Detection requires checking the installed version of PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools. If the version is within the affected range, the system is vulnerable. No specific commands are provided in the context for detection.

Impact Analysis

If you use affected versions of PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools, an attacker could gain complete control over your system. This may result in unauthorized access to sensitive data, disruption of services, or further attacks within your network.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access or disclosure of personal or health data, violating GDPR and HIPAA requirements. Organizations using affected versions may face compliance violations, legal penalties, and reputational damage.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the latest Oracle Critical Patch Update for PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools versions 8.61-8.63. Ensure network access to the HTTP interface is restricted and monitored. Disable unnecessary services and follow Oracle's hardening guidelines.

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