CVE-2023-21846

Description

Vulnerability in the Oracle BI Publisher product of Oracle Fusion Middleware (component: Security). Supported versions that are affected are 5.9.0.0.0, 6.4.0.0.0 and 12.2.1.4.0. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows low privileged attacker with network access via multiple protocols to compromise Oracle BI Publisher. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in takeover of Oracle BI Publisher. 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).

Overview

State: PUBLISHED
Assigner (CNA): oracle
CVSS severity: HIGH
CVSS score: 8.8 / 10
CVSS vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Effective score: 8.8 / 10 HIGH source: CNA overview
CWE(s): —
Reserved: 2022-12-17
Published: 2023-01-18 00:35 UTC
Last updated: 2024-09-17 15:55 UTC
Source: https://raw.githubusercontent.com/CVEProject/cvelistV5/main/cves/2023/21xxx/CVE-2023-21846.json
Linked Threat: CVE-2023-21846 — CVE-2023-21846

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NVD published: 2023-01-18 00:15:13 UTC
NVD last modified: 2026-06-17 05:34:10 UTC
NVD CVSS v3.1: 8.8 / 10 HIGH source: secalert_us@oracle.com
NVD CVSS vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Exploitability subscore: 2.8 / 10
Impact subscore: 5.9 / 10
EPSS score: 0.0063 (probability of exploitation in next 30 days)
EPSS percentile: 46.54% vs all CVEs — higher = more likely to be exploited, as of 2026-07-27

NVD-assigned CWE(s): CWE-284 (differs from the CNA list above)

European Union Vulnerability Database ENISA EUVD

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EUVD ID: EUVD-2023-26012
Assigner: oracle
Published: Jan 17, 2023, 11:35:12 PM
Updated: Sep 17, 2024, 1:55:13 PM
EUVD base score (CVSS 3.1): 8.8 / 10
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
EUVD-reported EPSS: 1.0800
Vendors: Oracle Corporation
Products: BI Publisher (formerly XML Publisher) (12.2.1.4.0)

BI Publisher (formerly XML Publisher) (6.4.0.0.0)

BI Publisher (formerly XML Publisher) (5.9.0.0.0)
Aliases: GHSA-v87v-fqxx-3fpf

ENISA description: Vulnerability in the Oracle BI Publisher product of Oracle Fusion Middleware (component: Security). Supported versions that are affected are 5.9.0.0.0, 6.4.0.0.0 and 12.2.1.4.0. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows low privileged attacker with network access via multiple protocols to compromise Oracle BI Publisher. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in takeover of Oracle BI Publisher. 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).

EUVD references (1)

https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpujan2023.html

Affected products (1)

Vendor	Product	Versions	Platforms
Oracle Corporation	BI Publisher (formerly XML Publisher)	`5.9.0.0.0` (affected), `6.4.0.0.0` (affected), `12.2.1.4.0` (affected)	—

Affected products — CPE 2.3 (3) NVD

NVD's normalized CPE 2.3 matchers, used by vendor tools (vulnerability scanners, asset managers) for automated detection. Compare with the CNA's free-text "Affected products" section above.

cpe:2.3:a:oracle:bi_publisher:5.9.0.0.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:oracle:bi_publisher:6.4.0.0.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:oracle:bi_publisher:12.2.1.4.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

Vendor references (1)

References embedded in the original CVE record by the assigning CNA.

Oracle Advisory vendor-advisory

MITRE references (1) cveawg.mitre.org

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Oracle Advisory vendor-advisory

Web references (0)

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No web references attached yet.

NVD-tagged references (2)

Reference list NVD curates from the CNA record, vendor advisories, and third-party reports. The tag chips below are NVD's analyst-assigned categories.

https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpujan2023.html secalert_us@oracle.com PatchVendor Advisory
https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpujan2023.html af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108 PatchVendor Advisory

Indicators (3)

IOCs linked to the auto-promoted Threat row.

Type	Value	VirusTotal	Attached
ipv4	`12.2.1.4`	no local data	2026-05-18 21:20 UTC
ipv4	`6.4.0.0`	no local data	2026-05-18 21:20 UTC
ipv4	`5.9.0.0`	no local data	2026-05-18 21:20 UTC

Remediations (14)

Remediations are stored against the linked Threat row; the list below is deduplicated across both pages.

CVE: Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures

web:www.cve.org

At cve .org, we provide the authoritative reference method for publicly known information-security vulnerabilities and exposures

2026-06-04 15:46 UTC
Oracle Patches 450 Vulnerabilities With April 2026 CPU

web:www.securityweek.com

Oracle on Tuesday announced the release of 481 new security patches as part of its April 2026 Critical Patch Update (CPU). Across the 28 product families that received security updates, more than 300 patches address vulnerabilities that are remotely exploitable without authentication.

2026-06-04 15:46 UTC
Oracle's first monthly patch release fixes 35 flaws, including 11 rated ...

web:www.csoonline.com

Oracle has released the first security fixes in its new monthly Critical Security Patch Update (CSPU) cycle, designed to address urgent vulnerabilities that can't wait for the company's ...

2026-06-04 15:46 UTC
Update Software, Mitigation M1051 - Enterprise | MITRE ATT&CK®

web:attack.mitre.org

This mitigation can be implemented through the following measures: Regular Operating System Updates Implementation: Apply the latest Windows security updates monthly using WSUS (Windows Server Update Services) or a similar patch management solution. Configure systems to check for updates automatically and schedule reboots during maintenance ...

2026-06-04 15:46 UTC
Microsoft March 2026 Patch Tuesday fixes 2 zero-days, 79 flaws

web:www.bleepingcomputer.com

Today is Microsoft's March 2026 Patch Tuesday with security updates for 79 flaws, including 2 publicly disclosed zero-day vulnerabilities.

2026-05-22 05:47 UTC
Microsoft May 2026 Patch Tuesday: Many fixes, but no zero-days

web:www.helpnetsecurity.com

Microsoft has marked May 2026 Patch Tuesday by releasing fixes for 120+ CVE -numbered vulnerabilities, none of which are actively exploited.

2026-05-22 05:47 UTC
Microsoft April 2026 Patch Tuesday fixes 167 ... - Notebookcheck

web:www.notebookcheck.net

Microsoft April 2026 Patch Tuesday fixes 167 vulnerabilities, including an actively exploited SharePoint zero-day. Windows 11 KB5083769 and KB5082052 bring new builds and RDP security.

2026-05-22 05:47 UTC
Oracle Critical Patch Update Advisory - April 2026

web:www.oracle.com

This Critical Patch Update contains 481 new security patches across the product families listed below. Please note that an MOS note summarizing the content of this Critical Patch Update and other Oracle Software Security Assurance activities is located at April 2026 Critical Patch Update: Executive Summary and Analysis.

2026-05-22 05:47 UTC
Microsoft's March 2026 update fixes 80+ security vulnerabilities

web:www.pcworld.com

This month's Patch Tuesday brings over 80 fixes for various security vulnerabilities. Fortunately, none are actively being exploited in the wild yet.

2026-05-22 05:47 UTC
Windows 11 April 2026 Update tested: What's new, improved and fixed

web:www.windowslatest.com

Windows 11 April 2026 update adds Narrator Copilot support, faster Settings, File Explorer fixes, and key security improvements.

2026-05-22 05:47 UTC
Patch Tuesday May 2026: Security Updates & CVE Analysis

web:zecurit.com

Get the complete breakdown of Microsoft's May 2026 Patch Tuesday. We analyze the latest security updates and all critical CVEs .

2026-05-22 05:47 UTC
Microsoft Patch Tuesday May 2026 - 120 Vulnerabilities Fixed, Including ...

web:cybersecuritynews.com

Microsoft's May 2026 Patch Tuesday lands with a heavy enterprise focus, fixing 120 vulnerabilities across Windows, Office, Azure, developer tools, and Microsoft 365 apps, including 29 remote code execution (RCE) flaws rated Critical.

2026-05-22 05:47 UTC
Patch Tuesday, May 2026 Edition - Krebs on Security

web:krebsonsecurity.com

Microsoft expects that exploitation is more likely. May's Patch Tuesday is a welcome respite from April, which saw Microsoft fix a near-record 167 security flaws.

2026-05-22 05:47 UTC
Security Update Guide - Loading - Microsoft

web:portal.msrc.microsoft.com

The Security Update Guide provides information on the latest Microsoft security updates, helping users understand and address potential vulnerabilities effectively.

2026-05-22 05:47 UTC

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