CVE-2026-60856

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PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools Path Traversal Vulnerability

Publication date: 2026-08-18

Last updated on: 2026-08-18

Assigner: Oracle

Description

Vulnerability in the PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools product of Oracle PeopleSoft (component: Install and Packaging). Supported versions that are affected are 8.61-8.63. Difficult to exploit vulnerability allows unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized creation, deletion or modification access to critical data or all PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools accessible data as well as unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools accessible data. CVSS 3.1 Base Score 7.4 (Confidentiality and Integrity impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N).

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Published

2026-08-18

Last Modified

2026-08-18

Generated

2026-08-19

AI Q&A

2026-08-19

EPSS Evaluated

N/A

NVD

CVE-2026-60856

Affected Vendors & Products

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

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Exploitability

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CWE ID	Description
CWE-UNKNOWN

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Executive Summary

This is a vulnerability in Oracle PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools versions 8.61-8.63. It allows an unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP to potentially compromise the system. Successful exploitation could lead to unauthorized creation, deletion, or modification of critical data, or unauthorized access to all accessible data in PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow attackers to modify or delete critical data, access sensitive information, or gain full control over the PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools system. This could disrupt business operations, lead to data breaches, or result in unauthorized changes to financial or personal records.

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 versions may face legal penalties, loss of certification, or reputational damage due to data breaches or integrity issues.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the latest Oracle Critical Patch Update for PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools versions 8.61-8.63. Restrict network access to HTTP ports used by PeopleSoft. Monitor for unauthorized data modifications or access attempts.

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