CVE-2023-37492: sap_se sap netweaver as abap and abap platform Incorrect Authorization

Vulnerability summary

CVE-2023-37492 is a medium (CVSS 6.5) Incorrect Authorization vulnerability in sap_se sap netweaver as abap and abap platform. EPSS estimates a 0.48% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days, higher than 40.5% of scored vulnerabilities.

Timeline

1. 08-08-2023
   PublishedVulnerability first disclosed.
2. 08-10-2024
   Last modifiedVulnerability information updated.

Description

SAP NetWeaver Application Server ABAP and ABAP Platform - versions SAP_BASIS 700, SAP_BASIS 701, SAP_BASIS 702, SAP_BASIS 731, SAP_BASIS 740, SAP_BASIS 750, SAP_BASIS 752, SAP_BASIS 753, SAP_BASIS 754, SAP_BASIS 755, SAP_BASIS 756, SAP_BASIS 757, SAP_BASIS 758, SAP_BASIS 793, SAP_BASIS 804, does not perform necessary authorization checks for an authenticated user, resulting in escalation of privileges. This could allow an attacker to read sensitive information which can be used in a subsequent serious attack.

• CWE-863Incorrect AuthorizationThe product performs an authorization check when an actor attempts to access a resource or perform an action, but it does not correctly perform the check.
• CWE-862Missing AuthorizationThe product does not perform an authorization check when an actor attempts to access a resource or perform an action.