Oracle Database Scheduler Exploited for Corporate Network Breach
Threat actors have exploited the Oracle Database Scheduler to infiltrate corporate networks, leveraging the extjobo.exe executable to execute arbitrary commands on database servers. Attackers established a foothold through repeated login attempts, subsequently utilizing PowerShell scripts to gather system information, deploy Ngrok for encrypted tunneling, and escalate privileges to execute ransomware. They manipulated processes to maintain control while obscuring their tracks through aggressive cleanup routines. This incident underscores the critical need for organizations to enhance security measures, such as restricting network access, enforcing multi-factor authentication, and monitoring for unusual activities, to safeguard sensitive environments against similar threats, thereby emphasizing the ongoing necessity for robust cybersecurity practices in today’s increasingly digital landscape.