CVE-2025-26659: Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in SAP NetWeaver Application Server ABAP (applications based on SAP GUI for HTML)

Published Mar 11, 2025
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Updated

SAP NetWeaver Application Server ABAP does not sufficiently encode user-controlled inputs, leading to DOM-basedCross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability. This allows an attacker with no privileges, to craft a malicious web message that exploits WEBGUI functionality. On successful exploitation, the malicious JavaScript payload executes in the scope of victim�s browser potentially compromising their data and/or manipulating browser content. This leads to a limited impact on confidentiality and integrity. There is no impact on availability

Affected Software

1 affected component
SAP NetWeaver Application Server ABAP

Event History

Mar 11, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:36 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:36 AM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-26659?

CVE-2025-26659 is rated as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for exploitation via DOM-based Cross-Site Scripting.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-26659?

To fix CVE-2025-26659, apply the latest security patch provided by SAP for the NetWeaver Application Server ABAP.

3

What are the risks associated with CVE-2025-26659?

Exploitation of CVE-2025-26659 can allow attackers to execute malicious scripts leading to data theft or session hijacking.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2025-26659?

CVE-2025-26659 affects users of the SAP NetWeaver Application Server ABAP that do not have the necessary security patches applied.

5

Can CVE-2025-26659 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2025-26659 can be exploited remotely by an attacker who can send crafted web messages to the application.

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