CVE-2024-37179: Insecure File Operations vulnerability in SAP BusinessObjects Business Intelligence Platform (Web Intelligence)
First published: Tue Oct 08 2024(Updated: )
SAP BusinessObjects Business Intelligence Platform allows an authenticated user to send a specially crafted request to the Web Intelligence Reporting Server to download any file from the machine hosting the service, causing high impact on confidentiality of the application.
Credit: cna@sap.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SAP BusinessObjects Business Intelligence | =420 | |
| SAP BusinessObjects Business Intelligence | =430 | |
| SAP BusinessObjects Business Intelligence | =2025 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-37179?
CVE-2024-37179 is considered high severity due to its potential impact on the confidentiality of the application.
How do I fix CVE-2024-37179?
To fix CVE-2024-37179, apply the latest security patches provided by SAP for the affected versions of the BusinessObjects Business Intelligence Platform.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-37179?
CVE-2024-37179 affects authenticated users of SAP BusinessObjects Business Intelligence Platform versions 420, 430, and 2025.
What vulnerabilities does CVE-2024-37179 exploit?
CVE-2024-37179 exploits a flaw that allows users to send specially crafted requests to download any file from the server hosting the service.
What should I do if I suspect exploitation of CVE-2024-37179?
If you suspect exploitation of CVE-2024-37179, immediately review access logs, restrict user permissions, and implement the recommended patches.
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