CVE-2018-2474 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

SAP Fiori 1.0 for SAP ERP HCM (Approve Leave Request, version 2) is vulnerable to a Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attack, allowing attackers to manipulate authenticated users into sending unintended requests to the web server.

Understanding CVE-2018-2474

This CVE involves a security vulnerability in the Approve Leave Request application of SAP Fiori 1.0 for SAP ERP HCM (version 2) that can be exploited by attackers to deceive authorized users.

What is CVE-2018-2474?

The vulnerability in SAP Fiori 1.0 for SAP ERP HCM (Approve Leave Request, version 2) allows attackers to trick authenticated users into sending unintended requests to the web server due to inadequate protection against CSRF attacks.

The Impact of CVE-2018-2474

This vulnerability can lead to unauthorized actions being performed on behalf of authenticated users, potentially compromising the integrity and confidentiality of data within the SAP system.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-2474

SAP Fiori 1.0 for SAP ERP HCM (Approve Leave Request, version 2) vulnerability details:

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability arises from the lack of proper protection mechanisms against CSRF attacks, enabling attackers to manipulate user actions.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: SAP Fiori 1.0 for SAP ERP HCM (Approve Leave Request, version 2)
Vendor: SAP
Version: 1.0

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by crafting malicious requests and tricking authenticated users into unknowingly sending these requests to the SAP web server.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to address and prevent CVE-2018-2474:

Immediate Steps to Take

Implement CSRF protection mechanisms in the SAP Fiori application.
Regularly monitor and audit user activities for suspicious behavior.

Long-Term Security Practices

Provide security awareness training to users to recognize and report potential security threats.
Keep systems and applications up to date with the latest security patches and updates.

Patching and Updates

Apply relevant security patches and updates provided by SAP to address the CSRF vulnerability in SAP Fiori 1.0 for SAP ERP HCM.