CVE-2022-22540: SQL Injection

Published Feb 9, 2022
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Updated

SAP NetWeaver AS ABAP (Workplace Server) - versions 700, 701, 702, 731, 740, 750, 751, 752, 753, 754, 755, 756, 787, allows an attacker to execute crafted database queries, that could expose the backend database. Successful attacks could result in disclosure of a table of contents from the system, but no risk of modification possible.

Affected Software

13 affected components
SAP NetWeaver Application Server ABAP=700
SAP NetWeaver Application Server ABAP=701
SAP NetWeaver Application Server ABAP=702
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=752
SAP NetWeaver Application Server ABAP=753
SAP NetWeaver Application Server ABAP=754
SAP NetWeaver Application Server ABAP=755
SAP NetWeaver Application Server ABAP=756
SAP NetWeaver Application Server ABAP=787

Event History

Feb 9, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:05 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:05 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-22540?

CVE-2022-22540 is a vulnerability in SAP NetWeaver AS ABAP (Workplace Server) that allows an attacker to execute crafted database queries and potentially expose the backend database.

2

Which versions of SAP NetWeaver AS ABAP are affected by CVE-2022-22540?

Versions 700, 701, 702, 731, 740, 750, 751, 752, 753, 754, 755, 756, and 787 of SAP NetWeaver AS ABAP are affected by CVE-2022-22540.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2022-22540?

CVE-2022-22540 has a severity rating of 7.5 (high).

4

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2022-22540?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2022-22540 by executing crafted database queries.

5

Are there any references available for CVE-2022-22540?

Yes, you can find more information about CVE-2022-22540 at the following references: [Reference 1](https://launchpad.support.sap.com/#/notes/3140587) and [Reference 2](https://www.sap.com/documents/2022/02/fa865ea4-167e-0010-bca6-c68f7e60039b.html).

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