CVE-2025-42874: Denial of service (DOS) in SAP NetWeaver (remote service for Xcelsius)

Published Dec 9, 2025
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Updated

SAP NetWeaver remote service for Xcelsius allows an attacker with network access and high privileges to execute arbitrary code on the affected system due to insufficient input validation and improper handling of remote method calls. Exploitation does not require user interaction and could lead to service disruption or unauthorized system control. This has high impact on integrity and availability, with no impact on confidentiality.

Affected Software

1 affected component
SAP NetWeaver

Event History

Dec 9, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:14 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:14 AM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:17 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-42874?

CVE-2025-42874 is rated as critical due to the potential for arbitrary code execution by an attacker with network access.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-42874?

To mitigate CVE-2025-42874, apply the latest security patches provided by SAP for the NetWeaver platform.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2025-42874?

CVE-2025-42874 affects all versions of SAP NetWeaver that utilize the remote service for Xcelsius.

4

Could CVE-2025-42874 be exploited without user interaction?

Yes, CVE-2025-42874 can be exploited remotely without any user interaction required.

5

What causes CVE-2025-42874 vulnerability?

CVE-2025-42874 is caused by insufficient input validation and improper handling of remote method calls in SAP NetWeaver.

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