CVE-2026-61231
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Oracle Virtual Directory Server Authentication Bypass

Publication date: 2026-08-18

Last updated on: 2026-08-28

Assigner: Oracle

Description
Vulnerability in the Oracle Virtual Directory product of Oracle Fusion Middleware (component: Virtual Directory Server). Supported versions that are affected are 12.2.1.4.0 and 14.1.2.0.0. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows low privileged attacker with network access via LDAP to compromise Oracle Virtual Directory. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in takeover of Oracle Virtual Directory. CVSS 3.1 Base Score 8.8 (Confidentiality, Integrity and Availability impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H).

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Published
2026-08-18
Last Modified
2026-08-28
Generated
2026-09-08
AI Q&A
2026-08-19
EPSS Evaluated
2026-09-06
NVD
CVE-2026-61231

Affected Vendors & Products

Showing 2 associated CPEs
Vendor Product Version / Range
oracle virtual_directory 12.2.1.4.0
oracle virtual_directory 14.1.2.0.0

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Exploitability

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CWE ID Description
CWE-269 The product does not properly assign, modify, track, or check privileges for an actor, creating an unintended sphere of control for that actor.

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Executive Summary

This is a vulnerability in Oracle Virtual Directory, part of Oracle Fusion Middleware. It affects versions 12.2.1.4.0 and 14.1.2.0.0. A low-privileged attacker with network access via LDAP can exploit it to take over the Oracle Virtual Directory server.

Detection Guidance

Detection of CVE-2026-61231 requires checking for vulnerable versions of Oracle Virtual Directory (12.2.1.4.0 or 14.1.2.0.0). Inspect installed software versions and LDAP service configurations. No specific commands are provided in the context.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could gain full control of the Oracle Virtual Directory, leading to unauthorized access, data breaches, or disruption of services. This could expose sensitive information or allow further attacks within the network.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, violating GDPR and HIPAA requirements for data protection and confidentiality. Organizations may face legal penalties or compliance violations.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the latest security patches from Oracle for Oracle Virtual Directory versions 12.2.1.4.0 and 14.1.2.0.0. Restrict network access to LDAP ports and limit privileges for users accessing the Virtual Directory Server.

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