CVE-2025-42989CWE-862

Missing Authorization check in SAP NetWeaver Application Server for ABAP

Critical · published June 10, 2025

CVSS v3.1
9.6
EPSS
0%
Percentile
37.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 Critical alert! A sneaky privilege escalation vulnerability lurks in the RFC inbound processing, allowing authenticated users to gain unauthorized access. 🔥 Think of it as a restaurant where the kitchen staff can wander into the VIP section without any checks – suddenly, anyone with prior access can whip up a scandalous dish that spoils the whole experience for everyone! An attacker exploiting this vulnerability could alter critical data and disrupt application functionality, potentially bringing operations to a halt. Picture the catastrophic consequences of an insider threat running rampant, leaving your application's integrity and availability hanging by a thread!

Put simply

Think of it as a restaurant where the kitchen staff can wander into the VIP section without any checks – suddenly, anyone with prior access can whip up a scandalous dish that spoils the whole experience for everyone! CVE-2025-42989 arises because the RFC inbound processing lacks necessary authorization checks, enabling authenticated users to escalate their privileges. This breach allows users to perform actions they shouldn't be able to, leading to severe security risks.

What to do

An attacker exploiting this vulnerability could alter critical data and disrupt application functionality, potentially bringing operations to a halt. Picture the catastrophic consequences of an insider threat running rampant, leaving your application's integrity and availability hanging by a thread! Immediate remediation steps include applying the latest security patch provided by the vendor to close this vulnerability. Additionally, review user roles and permissions to ensure least privilege access is enforced. Don't forget to conduct a thorough audit of system logs for any suspicious activity! You've got this! By taking these steps, you'll bolster your defenses and secure your application in no time. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.6 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:N/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00441 · 37.3th percentile
Weakness
CWE-862 · Missing Authorization
Published
2025-06-10T00:12Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 10 JUN 00:12Z
    Missing Authorization check in SAP NetWeaver Application Server for ABAP
    cvelistv5