CVE-2020-6296: Code Injection

Published Aug 12, 2020
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Updated

SAP NetWeaver (ABAP Server) and ABAP Platform, versions - 700, 701, 702, 710, 711, 730, 731, 740, 750, 751, 753, 755, allows an attacker to inject code that can be executed by the application, leading to Code Injection. An attacker could thereby control the behavior of the application.

Affected Software

22 affected components
SAP ABAP Platform=7.31
SAP ABAP Platform=700
SAP ABAP Platform=701
SAP ABAP Platform=702
SAP ABAP Platform=710
SAP ABAP Platform=711
SAP ABAP Platform=740
SAP ABAP Platform=750
SAP ABAP Platform=751
SAP ABAP Platform=753
SAP ABAP Platform=755
SAP NetWeaver Application Server ABAP=700
SAP NetWeaver Application Server ABAP=701
SAP NetWeaver Application Server ABAP=702
SAP NetWeaver Application Server ABAP=710
SAP NetWeaver Application Server ABAP=711
SAP NetWeaver Application Server ABAP=731
SAP NetWeaver Application Server ABAP=740
SAP NetWeaver Application Server ABAP=750
SAP NetWeaver Application Server ABAP=751
SAP NetWeaver Application Server ABAP=753
SAP NetWeaver Application Server ABAP=755

Event History

Aug 12, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:34 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:34 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-6296?

CVE-2020-6296 is a vulnerability in SAP NetWeaver (ABAP Server) and ABAP Platform versions 700, 701, 702, 710, 711, 730, 731, 740, 750, 751, 753, 755.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2020-6296?

The severity of CVE-2020-6296 is high with a CVSS score of 8.8.

3

What is the impact of CVE-2020-6296?

CVE-2020-6296 allows an attacker to inject code that can be executed by the application, leading to Code Injection and potential control of the application's behavior.

4

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2020-6296?

SAP NetWeaver (ABAP Server) and ABAP Platform versions 700, 701, 702, 710, 711, 730, 731, 740, 750, 751, 753, 755 are affected by CVE-2020-6296.

5

How can I fix CVE-2020-6296?

To fix CVE-2020-6296, SAP has provided patches and recommends applying the necessary security updates. Please refer to SAP's security notes and documentation for detailed instructions.

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