CVE-2026-70688

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Oracle Essbase Calculator Component Remote Code Execution

Publication date: 2026-08-18

Last updated on: 2026-09-03

Assigner: Oracle

Description

Vulnerability in Oracle Essbase (component: Calculator). The supported version that is affected is 21.8.1.0.0. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows low privileged attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise Oracle Essbase. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in takeover of Oracle Essbase. 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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Meta Information

Published

2026-08-18

Last Modified

2026-09-03

Generated

2026-09-08

AI Q&A

2026-08-19

EPSS Evaluated

2026-09-07

NVD

CVE-2026-70688

Affected Vendors & Products

Vendor	Product	Version / Range
oracle	essbase	21.8.1.0.0

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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 Essbase version 21.8.1.0.0 within the Calculator component. It allows a low-privileged attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise the system. Successful exploitation could lead to complete takeover of Oracle Essbase.

Detection Guidance

Detection requires checking for Oracle Essbase version 21.8.1.0.0 or affected configurations. Verify installed versions using Oracle Essbase administration tools or logs. Monitor network traffic for unusual HTTP access patterns to Essbase components. Check for unauthorized administrative actions or privilege escalations in system logs.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could gain full control over your Oracle Essbase system, potentially leading to unauthorized data access, modification, or deletion. This could disrupt business operations and compromise sensitive information stored in Essbase.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access or data breaches, violating GDPR (data protection) and HIPAA (health information privacy) requirements. Non-compliance may result in legal penalties, fines, or reputational damage.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the latest security patches from Oracle for Essbase version 21.8.1.0.0. Restrict network access to HTTP ports used by Essbase. Monitor for unusual activity or unauthorized access attempts.

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