CVE-2019-0255: Input Validation

Published Feb 15, 2019
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Updated

SAP NetWeaver AS ABAP Platform, Krnl64nuc 7.74, krnl64UC 7.73, 7.74, Kernel 7.73, 7.74, 7.75, fails to validate type of installation for an ABAP Server system correctly. That behavior may lead to situation, where business user achieves access to the full SAP Menu, that is 'Easy Access Menu'. The situation can be misused by any user to leverage privileges to business functionality.

Affected Software

6 affected components
SAP Advanced Business Application Programming Platform Kernel=7.73
SAP Advanced Business Application Programming Platform Kernel=7.74
SAP Advanced Business Application Programming Platform Kernel=7.75.
SAP Advanced Business Application Programming Platform Krnl64nuc=7.74
SAP Advanced Business Application Programming Platform Krnl64uc=7.73
SAP Advanced Business Application Programming Platform Krnl64uc=7.74

Event History

Feb 15, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2019-0255?

CVE-2019-0255 has a moderate severity rating due to the potential unauthorized access to SAP menus.

2

How do I fix CVE-2019-0255?

To fix CVE-2019-0255, apply the latest security patches from SAP that address this vulnerability.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2019-0255?

CVE-2019-0255 affects users of SAP NetWeaver AS ABAP Platform versions 7.73, 7.74, and 7.75.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2019-0255?

CVE-2019-0255 is a security vulnerability related to improper validation of installation types for the ABAP Server.

5

What is the potential impact of CVE-2019-0255?

The potential impact of CVE-2019-0255 includes unauthorized access to the full SAP Easy Access Menu by business users.

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