CVE-2017-16687: Infoleak

Published Dec 12, 2017
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Updated

The user self-service tools of SAP HANA extended application services, classic user self-service, a part of SAP HANA Database versions 1.00 and 2.00, can be misused to enumerate valid and invalid user accounts. An unauthenticated user could use the error messages to determine if a given username is valid.

Affected Software

2 affected components
SAP HANA Database=1.00
SAP HANA Database=2.00

Event History

Dec 12, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2017-16687?

CVE-2017-16687 is a vulnerability in the user self-service tools of SAP HANA extended application services, classic user self-service, that allows an unauthenticated user to determine if a given username is valid.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2017-16687?

CVE-2017-16687 has a severity value of 5.3, which is considered medium.

3

How can the user self-service tools of SAP HANA Database be misused?

The user self-service tools of SAP HANA Database can be misused to enumerate valid and invalid user accounts.

4

Which versions of SAP HANA Database are affected by CVE-2017-16687?

CVE-2017-16687 affects SAP HANA Database versions 1.00 and 2.00.

5

How can I fix CVE-2017-16687?

To fix CVE-2017-16687, it is recommended to apply the security patch provided by SAP.

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