SB2021110901 - Remote code execution in SAP ABAP Platform



SB2021110901 - Remote code execution in SAP ABAP Platform

Published: November 9, 2021

Security Bulletin ID SB2021110901
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Improper Authorization (CVE-ID: CVE-2021-40501)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the affected system.

The vulnerability exists due to missing authorization checks within the SAP ABAP Platform Kernel. A remote non-authenticated attacker can send a specially crafted request to the application and execute arbitrary code on the system.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.