CVE-2020-6284

SAP NetWeaver (Knowledge Management), versions - 7.30, 7.31, 7.40, 7.50, allows the automatic execution of script content in a stored file due to inadequate…

Critical · published August 12, 2020

CVSS v3.0
9.0
EPSS
2%
Percentile
78.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A simple oversight turns deadly! SAP NetWeaver versions 7.30 to 7.50 let scripts run with admin privileges without proper checks! 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant where the chef can serve any dish without verifying the ingredients — if they’re careless, a rogue recipe could create chaos in the dining room! If an attacker exploits this gap, they could gain complete control over the system, leading to devastating consequences like data theft, unauthorized access, and system downtime. This isn't just a minor leak; it's a full-blown invasion of your digital kitchen!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where the chef can serve any dish without verifying the ingredients — if they’re careless, a rogue recipe could create chaos in the dining room! This vulnerability arises from inadequate filtering of script content in stored files, allowing users with administrative privileges to execute harmful scripts without sufficient checks.

What to do

If an attacker exploits this gap, they could gain complete control over the system, leading to devastating consequences like data theft, unauthorized access, and system downtime. This isn't just a minor leak; it's a full-blown invasion of your digital kitchen! To protect your system, update SAP NetWeaver to the latest patched version immediately. Additionally, review user privileges and apply strict input validation to prevent script execution. Don't forget to educate users on safe file handling! You can tackle this! Stay vigilant and follow these steps to secure your system like a pro! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.0
9.0 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01800 · 78.3th percentile
Published
2020-08-12T13:21Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 12 AUG 13:21Z
    SAP NetWeaver (Knowledge Management), versions - 7.30, 7.31, 7.40, 7.50, allows the automatic execution of script content in a stored file due to inadequate…
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