CVE-2023-40309: Missing Authorization check in SAP CommonCryptoLib
SAP CommonCryptoLib does not perform necessary authentication checks, which may result in missing or wrong authorization checks for an authenticated user, resulting in escalation of privileges. Depending on the application and the level of privileges acquired, an attacker could abuse functionality restricted to a particular user group as well as read, modify or delete restricted data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the impact of CVE-2023-40309?
The vulnerability in SAP CommonCryptoLib allows an attacker with authenticated access to escalate their privileges, potentially leading to unauthorized access and abuse of functionality.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2023-40309?
SAP CommonCryptoLib version 8.0.0, Sap Content Server 6.50, Sap Content Server 7.53, Sap Content Server 7.54, Sap Extended Application Services And Runtime 1.0, Sap Hana Database 2.0, SAP Host Agent 722, SAP NetWeaver Application Server ABAP versions 7.22ext, kernel_7.22, kernel_7.53, kernel_7.54, kernel_7.77, kernel_7.85, kernel_7.89, kernel_7.91, kernel_7.92, kernel_7.93, kernel_8.04, kernel64nuc_7.22, kernel64nuc_7.22ext, kernel64uc_7.22, kernel64uc_7.22ext, kernel64uc_7.53, kernel64uc_8.04, SAP NetWeaver Application Server Java versions kernel_7.22, kernel_7.53, kernel_7.54, kernel_7.77, kernel_7.85, kernel_7.89, kernel_7.91, kernel_7.92, kernel_7.93, kernel_8.04, kernel64nuc_7.22, kernel64nuc_7.22ext, kernel64uc_7.22, kernel64uc_7.22ext, kernel64uc_7.53, kernel64uc_8.04, Sap Sapssoext 17.0, SAP Web Dispatcher versions 7.22ext, 7.53, 7.54, 7.77, 7.85, 7.89.
How severe is CVE-2023-40309?
CVE-2023-40309 has a severity rating of 9.8, which is considered critical.
How can I mitigate the vulnerability in SAP CommonCryptoLib (CVE-2023-40309)?
Apply the necessary security patches provided by SAP to fix the vulnerability in SAP CommonCryptoLib.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-40309?
You can find more information about CVE-2023-40309 in SAP Note 3340576 and the official SAP document provided.