CVE-2018-2478 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability in SAP Basis (TREX / BWA installation) versions 7.0 to 7.53 could allow an attacker to compromise the host by using specially crafted inputs.

Understanding CVE-2018-2478

This CVE affects SAP Basis installations within specific version ranges.

What is CVE-2018-2478?

The vulnerability enables attackers to execute commands on the host of a TREX / BWA installation within the affected SAP Basis versions.

The Impact of CVE-2018-2478

Attackers can compromise the host by exploiting specially crafted inputs
Limited to commands executable by the <sid>adm user
Command execution depends on the privileges of the <sid>adm user

Technical Details of CVE-2018-2478

This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

Attackers can execute commands on the host using crafted inputs

Affected Systems and Versions

SAP Basis (TREX / BWA installation) versions 7.0 to 7.53

Exploitation Mechanism

Specially crafted inputs are used to compromise the host

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2018-2478 is crucial for maintaining security.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply relevant security patches from SAP
Monitor and restrict user privileges to minimize potential impact

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch SAP Basis installations
Implement strong access controls and monitoring mechanisms

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates and apply them promptly