CVE-2022-41212: Path Traversal

Published Nov 8, 2022
·
Updated

Due to insufficient input validation, SAP NetWeaver Application Server ABAP and ABAP Platform allows an attacker with high level privileges to use a remote enabled function to read a file which is otherwise restricted. On successful exploitation an attacker can completely compromise the confidentiality of the application.

Affected Software

6 affected components
SAP NetWeaver Application Server ABAP=700
SAP NetWeaver Application Server ABAP=731
SAP NetWeaver Application Server ABAP=740
SAP NetWeaver Application Server ABAP=750
SAP NetWeaver Application Server ABAP=789
SAP NetWeaver Application Server ABAP=804

Event History

Nov 8, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-41212?

CVE-2022-41212 is a vulnerability in SAP NetWeaver Application Server ABAP and ABAP Platform that allows an attacker with high-level privileges to read a restricted file using a remote enabled function.

2

How severe is CVE-2022-41212?

CVE-2022-41212 has a severity rating of 4.9 (medium).

3

Which versions of SAP NetWeaver Application Server ABAP are affected by CVE-2022-41212?

Versions 700, 731, 740, 750, 789, and 804 of SAP NetWeaver Application Server ABAP are affected by CVE-2022-41212.

4

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2022-41212?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2022-41212 by using a remote enabled function to read a restricted file.

5

Are there any references for CVE-2022-41212?

Yes, you can find references for CVE-2022-41212 at the following links: [https://launchpad.support.sap.com/#/notes/3256571](https://launchpad.support.sap.com/#/notes/3256571) and [https://www.sap.com/documents/2022/02/fa865ea4-167e-0010-bca6-c68f7e60039b.html](https://www.sap.com/documents/2022/02/fa865ea4-167e-0010-bca6-c68f7e60039b.html).

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