CVE-2016-7402

SAP ASE 16.0 SP02 PL03 and prior versions allow attackers who own SourceDB and TargetDB databases to elevate privileges to sa (system administrator) via dbcc…

published November 3, 2016

CVSS
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EPSS
1%
Percentile
64.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ An SQL injection lurking in dbcc import_sproc could let attackers elevate themselves to system administrator! This means they could get their hands on everything! 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant where only the head chef can access the special ingredients. If a low-level cook finds a way to slip a note to the chef, they could suddenly gain access to the secret sauce recipe, transforming a simple dish into a culinary masterpiece - or a disaster! With this vulnerability, attackers who already have access to the SourceDB and TargetDB databases could gain complete control by elevating their privileges to 'sa'. This gives them the power to modify data, change settings, and wreak havoc without any restrictions. It's a recipe for chaos!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where only the head chef can access the special ingredients. If a low-level cook finds a way to slip a note to the chef, they could suddenly gain access to the secret sauce recipe, transforming a simple dish into a culinary masterpiece - or a disaster! This SQL injection vulnerability in SAP ASE versions prior to 16.0 SP02 PL03 allows attackers to manipulate the import process of stored procedures, granting them elevated privileges.

What to do

With this vulnerability, attackers who already have access to the SourceDB and TargetDB databases could gain complete control by elevating their privileges to 'sa'. This gives them the power to modify data, change settings, and wreak havoc without any restrictions. It's a recipe for chaos! To safeguard against this vulnerability, ensure you upgrade to SAP ASE 16.0 SP02 PL04 or later. Additionally, review and sanitize all input to the dbcc import_sproc function to block potential SQL injection attacks. Regular audits of database permissions can help prevent unauthorized access. You've got this! By patching and tightening your database security, you're taking big steps toward becoming a security hero! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01066 · 64.3th percentile
Published
2016-11-03T10:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 03 NOV 10:00Z
    SAP ASE 16.0 SP02 PL03 and prior versions allow attackers who own SourceDB and TargetDB databases to elevate privileges to sa (system administrator) via dbcc…
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