CVE-2018-2423: High severity sap netweaver as internet graphics server vulnerability

Published May 9, 2018
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Updated

SAP Internet Graphics Server (IGS), 7.20, 7.20EXT, 7.45, 7.49, 7.53, HTTP and RFC listener allows an attacker to prevent legitimate users from accessing a service, either by crashing or flooding the service.

Affected Software

5 affected components
SAP Internet Graphics Server=7.20
SAP Internet Graphics Server=7.20ext
SAP Internet Graphics Server=7.45
SAP Internet Graphics Server=7.49
SAP Internet Graphics Server=7.53

Event History

May 9, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2018-2423?

CVE-2018-2423 is a vulnerability in SAP Internet Graphics Server (IGS) versions 7.20, 7.20EXT, 7.45, 7.49, and 7.53 that allows an attacker to prevent legitimate users from accessing a service through crashing or flooding the service.

2

How severe is CVE-2018-2423?

CVE-2018-2423 has a severity rating of 7.5 (high).

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2018-2423?

CVE-2018-2423 affects SAP Internet Graphics Server versions 7.20, 7.20EXT, 7.45, 7.49, and 7.53.

4

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2018-2423?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2018-2423 by crashing or flooding the SAP Internet Graphics Server (IGS) HTTP or RFC listener, which prevents legitimate users from accessing the service.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-2423?

You can find more information about CVE-2018-2423 in the following references: [SecurityFocus](http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104109), [SAP Security Patch Day](https://blogs.sap.com/2018/05/08/sap-security-patch-day-may-2018/), [SAP Note](https://launchpad.support.sap.com/#/notes/2620744).

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