Learn about CVE-2018-2474 affecting SAP Fiori 1.0 for SAP ERP HCM. Discover the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps for this CSRF vulnerability.
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
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
Long-Term Security Practices
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.