This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of SAP Crystal Reports. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the parsing of RPT files. The issue results from the lack of validating the existence of an object prior to performing operations on the object. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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SAP Crystal Reports Server |
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ZDI-CAN-9460 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution by attackers.
To address ZDI-CAN-9460, apply the latest patches or updates available for SAP Crystal Reports as recommended by SAP.
The potential impacts of ZDI-CAN-9460 include unauthorized remote code execution which can lead to data breaches and system compromise.
Yes, user interaction is required to exploit ZDI-CAN-9460, as the victim must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
ZDI-CAN-9460 affects specific installations of SAP Crystal Reports, and users should verify which versions are impacted based on SAP’s advisories.