CVE-2023-40621: Code Injection vulnerability in SAP PowerDesigner Client

Published Sep 12, 2023
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Updated

SAP PowerDesigner Client - version 16.7, allows an unauthenticated attacker to inject VBScript code in a document and have it opened by an unsuspecting user, to have it executed by the application on behalf of the user. The application has a security option to disable or prompt users before untrusted scripts are executed, but this is not set as default.

Affected Software

1 affected component
SAP PowerDesigner=16.7

Event History

Sep 12, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:10 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:10 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this SAP PowerDesigner Client vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID for this SAP PowerDesigner Client vulnerability is CVE-2023-40621.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2023-40621?

The severity of CVE-2023-40621 is medium with a severity value of 6.3.

3

Which version of SAP PowerDesigner Client is affected by CVE-2023-40621?

Version 16.7 of SAP PowerDesigner Client is affected by CVE-2023-40621.

4

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2023-40621?

An unauthenticated attacker can exploit CVE-2023-40621 by injecting VBScript code in a document and having it opened by an unsuspecting user, which will then be executed by the application on behalf of the user.

5

Are there any workarounds or mitigations available for CVE-2023-40621?

There are no specific workarounds or mitigations available for CVE-2023-40621, but it is recommended to apply the latest security updates and patches provided by SAP.

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