CVE-2023-0017

Improper access control in SAP NetWeaver AS for Java

Description

An unauthenticated attacker in SAP NetWeaver AS for Java - version 7.50, due to improper access control, can attach to an open interface and make use of an open naming and directory API to access services which can be used to perform unauthorized operations affecting users and data on the current system. This could allow the attacker to have full read access to user data, make modifications to user data, and make services within the system unavailable.

Category

9.4
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 3.96% Top 15%
Vendor Advisory sap.com Vendor Advisory sap.com
Affected: SAP NetWeaver AS for Java
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://launchpad.support.sap.com/#/notes/3268093 permissions required vendor advisory
https://www.sap.com/documents/2022/02/fa865ea4-167e-0010-bca6-c68f7e60039b.html vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-0017?
CVE-2023-0017 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-0017?
To fix CVE-2023-0017, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2023-0017 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2023-0017 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~4% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-0017?
CVE-2023-0017 affects SAP NetWeaver AS for Java.
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