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Oracle SOAP denial

Vulnerability Assessment Summary
Checks the version of the remote database

Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Assessment

The remote Oracle Database, according to its version number, is vulnerable
to a denial of service related to SOAP and XML.

A possible hacker may use these flaws to disable the remote database remotely.

Solution : Upgrade to Oracle 9.2.0.3 - http://metalink.oracle.com
See also : http://otn.oracle.com/deploy/security/pdf/2004alert65.pdf
Network Security Threat Level: High

Networks Security ID: 9703, 9705

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