CVE-2017-6950

SAP GUI 7.2 through 7.5 allows remote attackers to bypass intended security policy restrictions and execute arbitrary code via a crafted ABAP code, aka SAP…

published March 23, 2017

CVSS
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EPSS
4%
Percentile
89.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafty bit of ABAP code can slip right past SAP GUI’s security checks! This vulnerability makes it surprisingly easy for attackers to execute arbitrary code on versions 7.2 through 7.5. 🔥 Think of SAP GUI as a restricted-access lounge where only certain guests can enter. A clever impersonator could just waltz in with a fake invite, bypassing the bouncer entirely and accessing areas they shouldn’t. That’s what this vulnerability allows – malicious code sneaking through the security gates! If exploited, attackers could run their own code on your SAP system, potentially leading to unauthorized access to sensitive data or even system control. It’s like a thief finding the blueprints to your entire building and deciding to redecorate without your permission!

Put simply

Think of SAP GUI as a restricted-access lounge where only certain guests can enter. A clever impersonator could just waltz in with a fake invite, bypassing the bouncer entirely and accessing areas they shouldn’t. That’s what this vulnerability allows – malicious code sneaking through the security gates! This vulnerability allows remote attackers to bypass security policies in SAP GUI by executing crafted ABAP code. Essentially, it opens a door for arbitrary code execution, allowing intruders to perform unauthorized actions within the SAP environment.

What to do

If exploited, attackers could run their own code on your SAP system, potentially leading to unauthorized access to sensitive data or even system control. It’s like a thief finding the blueprints to your entire building and deciding to redecorate without your permission! To mitigate this risk, ensure you update to the latest version of SAP GUI, and apply SAP Security Note 2407616. Regularly audit your security policies and practices to reinforce your defenses against such vulnerabilities. You’ve got this! Patch those vulnerabilities and keep your SAP systems safe and sound. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03785 · 89.9th percentile
Published
2017-03-23T20:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 23 MAR 20:00Z
    SAP GUI 7.2 through 7.5 allows remote attackers to bypass intended security policy restrictions and execute arbitrary code via a crafted ABAP code, aka SAP…
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