The UK's National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has issued an urgent advisory to patch a critical vulnerability in Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS). This flaw, identified as CVE-2023-21839, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code, posing a significant risk to organizations using Oracle EBS. Oracle has released patches to address this security issue, and the NCSC emphasizes the importance of immediate application to prevent exploitation by threat actors. The vulnerability affects multiple versions of Oracle EBS, widely used for enterprise resource planning (ERP) and financial management. Cybersecurity experts warn that unpatched systems could be targeted by advanced persistent threat (APT) groups seeking to gain unauthorized access and disrupt business operations. Organizations are advised to review their Oracle EBS installations, apply the latest security updates, and monitor for any suspicious activity. This incident highlights the ongoing challenges in securing complex enterprise software and the critical role of timely patch management in mitigating cyber risks. Staying informed about such vulnerabilities and responding swiftly is essential for maintaining robust cybersecurity defenses in today's threat landscape.
This Cyber News was published on www.infosecurity-magazine.com. Publication date: Tue, 07 Oct 2025 09:45:02 +0000