CVE-2021-38183: XSS
SAP NetWeaver - versions 700, 701, 702, 730, does not sufficiently encode user-controlled inputs, allowing an attacker to cause a potential victim to supply a malicious content to a vulnerable web application, which is then reflected to the victim and executed by the web browser, resulting in Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-38183?
CVE-2021-38183 is a vulnerability in SAP NetWeaver versions 700, 701, 702, and 730 that allows an attacker to execute malicious content in a victim's web browser through reflected cross-site scripting.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-38183?
The severity of CVE-2021-38183 is medium with a CVSS score of 6.1.
Which versions of SAP NetWeaver are affected by CVE-2021-38183?
SAP NetWeaver versions 700, 701, 702, and 730 are affected by CVE-2021-38183.
How does CVE-2021-38183 work?
CVE-2021-38183 works by exploiting the lack of sufficient encoding of user-controlled inputs in SAP NetWeaver, allowing an attacker to supply malicious content that is then reflected and executed by the victim's web browser.
How can I mitigate the vulnerability CVE-2021-38183?
To mitigate CVE-2021-38183, it is recommended to apply the necessary security patches provided by SAP as mentioned in the SAP notes and documentation referenced in the vulnerability description.