CVE-2017-16689
First published: Tue Dec 12 2017(Updated: )
A Trusted RFC connection in SAP KERNEL 32NUC, SAP KERNEL 32Unicode, SAP KERNEL 64NUC, SAP KERNEL 64Unicode 7.21, 7.21EXT, 7.22, 7.22EXT; SAP KERNEL from 7.21 to 7.22, 7.45, 7.49, can be established to a different client or a different user on the same system, although no explicit Trusted/Trusting Relation to the same system has been defined.
Credit: cna@sap.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SAP Kernel | =7.21 | |
| SAP Kernel | =7.21ext | |
| SAP Kernel | =7.22 | |
| SAP Kernel | =7.22ext | |
| SAP Kernel | =7.45 | |
| SAP Kernel | =7.49 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-16689?
CVE-2017-16689 has a medium severity rating due to its potential impact on unauthorized access.
How do I fix CVE-2017-16689?
To fix CVE-2017-16689, you should apply the latest security patches provided by SAP for the affected SAP Kernel versions.
What are the affected versions for CVE-2017-16689?
CVE-2017-16689 affects SAP Kernel versions 7.21, 7.21EXT, 7.22, 7.22EXT, 7.45, and 7.49.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-16689?
CVE-2017-16689 is classified as an authentication bypass vulnerability.
Who is at risk for CVE-2017-16689?
Organizations using the affected versions of SAP Kernel are at risk from CVE-2017-16689.
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