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title: Oracle Critical Patch Update October 2024
description: Oracle Critical Patch Update October 2024 has been released. Find out the potential vulnerabilities and what you need to do to secure your estate.
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# [Oracle Critical Patch Update October 2024](https://content.dsp.co.uk/oracle-critical-patch-update-october-2024)

 Written by [Ben Morris](https://content.dsp.co.uk/author/ben-morris) | 31-Oct-2024 12:18:55

Every quarter, Oracle issues its Critical Patch Update (CPU), which is an extensive collection of fixes intended to tackle a broad spectrum of security vulnerabilities. These updates are designed to counteract potential threats that might persist within Oracle's products, addressing issues ranging from code-related problems to vulnerabilities in third-party components. Regularly implementing these updates can significantly strengthen the security and stability of your Oracle technologies.

This quarter's update introduces 334 new security patches across various Oracle products, addressing 203 critical vulnerabilities that could potentially be exploited remotely without authentication. It is imperative that customers promptly apply these CPU fixes to enhance the security of their systems and prioritise these patches for immediate action.

 

## What should I do?

Below is a list of affected products and the number of identified vulnerabilities for each. If you use any of these products, you must take the necessary action to address the potential vulnerabilities in your estate. But don’t worry. DSP is here to help. Customers frequently approach us at this time to utilise our [Oracle Critical Patch Update Support Service](https://www.dsp.co.uk/oracle-critical-patch-update-support) to help stay on top of their patches. So, please [get in touch](mailto:enquiries@dsp-explorer.com) if this is an area of concern for you.

## List of Identified products and vulnerabilities

The number in bold = the number of security patches

The numbers in (brackets) = the number of vulnerabilities

- [Oracle Database Server](https://www.dsp.co.uk/oracle-consultancy): 6** **(2)
- [Oracle APEX](https://www.dsp.co.uk/oracle-apex-services): **3 **(1)
- [Oracle Essbase: **1 **(1)](https://www.dsp.co.uk/oracle-essbase-services)
- Oracle GoldenGate: **4 **(1)
- [Oracle E-Business Suite](https://www.dsp.co.uk/oracle-ebs-services): 18** **(1)
- Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM): **7 **(3) 
- [Oracle Financial Services Applications](https://www.dsp.co.uk/it-services-for-finance): 20 (15)
- Oracle Fusion Middleware: **32 **(25)
- Oracle Analytics: **12 **(7)
- [Oracle Hyperion](https://www.dsp.co.uk/oracle-hyperion-services): **3 **(1)
- Oracle Java SE: **8 **(8)
- [Oracle MySQL](https://www.dsp.co.uk/mysql-consultancy): **45 **(12) 
- [Oracle PeopleSoft](https://www.dsp.co.uk/oracle-peoplesoft-services): **12 **(2)
- [Oracle Retail Applications](https://www.dsp.co.uk/it-retail-support): **4 **(4)
- Oracle Siebel CRM: **2 **(2)
- [Oracle Supply Chain](https://www.dsp.co.uk/oracle-scm-support): **3 **(3)
- Oracle Systems: **7** (5)
- Oracle Utilities Applications: **3 **(3)
- Oracle Virtualization: **5 **(0)

Although a long list of vulnerabilities might seem daunting, securing your hardware and applications is essential. You can protect your environment effectively by staying proactive and regularly applying Critical Patch Updates. Here is the list for details on all the [patches](https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpuoct2024.html). Your system's safety is our priority.

If you would like [Oracle Critical Patch Update Support](https://www.dsp.co.uk/oracle-critical-patch-update-support), please [Contact Us](https://www.dsp.co.uk/contact-us) or book a meeting...

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