CVE-2023-40623

Arbitrary File Delete via Directory Junction in SAP BusinessObjects Suite(installer)

Description

SAP BusinessObjects Suite Installer - version 420, 430, allows an attacker within the network to create a directory under temporary directory and link it to a directory with operating system files. On successful exploitation the attacker can delete all the operating system files causing a limited impact on integrity and completely compromising the availability of the system.

Category

6.2
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.15%
Vendor Advisory sap.com
Affected: SAP_SE SAP BusinessObjects Suite (Installer)
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://me.sap.com/notes/3317702 permissions required
https://www.sap.com/documents/2022/02/fa865ea4-167e-0010-bca6-c68f7e60039b.html vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-40623?
CVE-2023-40623 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-40623?
To fix CVE-2023-40623, 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-2023-40623 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-40623 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-40623?
CVE-2023-40623 affects SAP_SE SAP BusinessObjects Suite (Installer).
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