CVE-2026-73942: Easily exploitable vulnerability allows low privileged attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise Oracle Identity Manager. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in takeover of Oracle Identity Manager. in Oracle Corporation Oracle Identity Manager
CVE-2026-73942 is a high-severity vulnerability in Oracle Identity Manager versions 12.2.1.4.0 and 14.1.2.1.0. It allows a low privileged attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise the system, potentially leading to full takeover. The vulnerability affects confidentiality, integrity, and availability with a CVSS score of 8.8. Oracle has released security patches addressing this and many other vulnerabilities in their September 2026 Critical Security Patch Update. Customers are strongly advised to apply these patches promptly to mitigate risk.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability exists in the Oracle Identity Manager product component OIM Legacy UI, affecting versions 12.2.1.4.0 and 14.1.2.1.0. It allows an attacker with low privileges and network access over HTTP to compromise Oracle Identity Manager, resulting in full system takeover. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 8.8, indicating high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Oracle's September 2026 Critical Security Patch Update includes fixes for this vulnerability. The vendor strongly recommends applying the patches without delay to prevent exploitation.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can lead to complete compromise of Oracle Identity Manager, impacting confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system. This could allow attackers to take over the affected system, potentially leading to unauthorized access and control over identity management functions.
Mitigation Recommendations
Oracle has released patches for this vulnerability as part of the September 2026 Critical Security Patch Update. Customers should apply these patches promptly to mitigate the risk. Oracle strongly recommends remaining on actively supported versions and applying security patches without delay. No alternative mitigations or workarounds are specified by the vendor.
CVE-2026-73942: Easily exploitable vulnerability allows low privileged attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise Oracle Identity Manager. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in takeover of Oracle Identity Manager. in Oracle Corporation Oracle Identity Manager
Description
CVE-2026-73942 is a high-severity vulnerability in Oracle Identity Manager versions 12.2.1.4.0 and 14.1.2.1.0. It allows a low privileged attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise the system, potentially leading to full takeover. The vulnerability affects confidentiality, integrity, and availability with a CVSS score of 8.8. Oracle has released security patches addressing this and many other vulnerabilities in their September 2026 Critical Security Patch Update. Customers are strongly advised to apply these patches promptly to mitigate risk.
CVSS v3.1
Score 8.8high
Affected software
Oracle Corporation
Oracle Identity Manager
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability exists in the Oracle Identity Manager product component OIM Legacy UI, affecting versions 12.2.1.4.0 and 14.1.2.1.0. It allows an attacker with low privileges and network access over HTTP to compromise Oracle Identity Manager, resulting in full system takeover. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 8.8, indicating high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Oracle's September 2026 Critical Security Patch Update includes fixes for this vulnerability. The vendor strongly recommends applying the patches without delay to prevent exploitation.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can lead to complete compromise of Oracle Identity Manager, impacting confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system. This could allow attackers to take over the affected system, potentially leading to unauthorized access and control over identity management functions.
Mitigation Recommendations
Oracle has released patches for this vulnerability as part of the September 2026 Critical Security Patch Update. Customers should apply these patches promptly to mitigate the risk. Oracle strongly recommends remaining on actively supported versions and applying security patches without delay. No alternative mitigations or workarounds are specified by the vendor.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- oracle
- Date Reserved
- 2026-08-13T18:41:45.892Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Vendor Advisory Urls
- [{"url":"https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cspusep2026.html","vendor":"Oracle"}]
Threat ID: 6aa9a7fe55bf5e2cf5537c04
Added to database: 09/15/2026, 20:18:06 UTC
Last enriched: 09/15/2026, 22:31:06 UTC
Last updated: 09/15/2026, 22:31:06 UTC
Views: 2
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