CVE-2026-70998

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Unauthenticated Access in Oracle Commerce Guided Search

Publication date: 2026-08-18

Last updated on: 2026-08-24

Assigner: Oracle

Description

Vulnerability in the Oracle Commerce Guided Search / Oracle Commerce Experience Manager product of Oracle Commerce (component: Endeca Application Controller). The supported version that is affected is 11.4.0. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise Oracle Commerce Guided Search / Oracle Commerce Experience Manager. While the vulnerability is in Oracle Commerce Guided Search / Oracle Commerce Experience Manager, attacks may significantly impact additional products (scope change). Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all Oracle Commerce Guided Search / Oracle Commerce Experience Manager accessible data as well as unauthorized update, insert or delete access to some of Oracle Commerce Guided Search / Oracle Commerce Experience Manager accessible data. CVSS 3.1 Base Score 9.3 (Confidentiality and Integrity impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:L/A:N).

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Meta Information

Published

2026-08-18

Last Modified

2026-08-24

Generated

2026-09-08

AI Q&A

2026-08-19

EPSS Evaluated

2026-09-07

NVD

CVE-2026-70998

Affected Vendors & Products

Vendor	Product	Version / Range
oracle	commerce_experience_manager	11.4.0
oracle	commerce_guided_search	11.4.0

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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 Commerce Guided Search and Oracle Commerce Experience Manager version 11.4.0. It allows an unauthenticated attacker to remotely access the system via HTTP and potentially compromise it. The flaw enables unauthorized access to critical data and allows modifications to some data.

Detection Guidance

This vulnerability affects Oracle Commerce Guided Search / Oracle Commerce Experience Manager version 11.4.0. Detection involves checking for exposed HTTP endpoints and verifying software versions. Use network scanning tools like Nmap to identify services running on port 80 or 443. Check application logs for unusual access patterns or requests to the Endeca Application Controller component.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could gain unauthorized access to sensitive data stored in the affected Oracle Commerce products. They might also be able to alter or delete data, leading to data breaches or service disruptions. The high CVSS score indicates a significant risk.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access or modification of personal or sensitive data, violating GDPR and HIPAA requirements. Organizations using the affected Oracle Commerce products may face compliance violations, legal penalties, and reputational damage.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the latest security patches from Oracle for Oracle Commerce Guided Search / Oracle Commerce Experience Manager version 11.4.0. Restrict network access to HTTP ports and disable unnecessary services. Monitor for unauthorized access or data changes.

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