CVE-2019-0375 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2019-0375 affecting SAP BusinessObjects Business Intelligence Platform versions 4.2 and 4.3. Understand the XSS vulnerability and mitigation steps.
SAP BusinessObjects Business Intelligence Platform (Web Intelligence HTML interface) versions 4.2 and 4.3 are vulnerable to Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) due to insufficient input encoding, allowing script execution in the export dialog box.
Understanding CVE-2019-0375
This CVE pertains to a security vulnerability in SAP BusinessObjects Business Intelligence Platform versions 4.2 and 4.3 that could lead to XSS attacks.
What is CVE-2019-0375?
The vulnerability in SAP BusinessObjects Business Intelligence Platform versions 4.2 and 4.3 allows malicious users to execute scripts within the export dialog box of the report name, potentially resulting in reflected Cross-Site Scripting attacks.
The Impact of CVE-2019-0375
The impact of this vulnerability includes the possibility of executing arbitrary scripts within the application, leading to potential XSS attacks that can compromise the integrity and security of the system.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-0375
This section provides detailed technical information about the CVE-2019-0375 vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability arises from the lack of proper encoding of user-controlled inputs in SAP BusinessObjects Business Intelligence Platform versions 4.2 and 4.3, enabling the execution of scripts in the export dialog box of the report name.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: SAP BusinessObjects Business Intelligence Platform (Web Intelligence HTML interface)
- Vendor: SAP SE
- Vulnerable Versions: < 4.2, < 4.3
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability allows attackers to inject and execute malicious scripts within the export dialog box of the report name, exploiting the lack of input validation and encoding.
Mitigation and Prevention
To address CVE-2019-0375 and enhance system security, follow these mitigation and prevention measures:
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply security patches provided by SAP to fix the vulnerability.
- Educate users about the risks of executing scripts from untrusted sources.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Implement input validation and encoding mechanisms to prevent XSS attacks.
- Regularly update and monitor the SAP BusinessObjects Business Intelligence Platform to address security vulnerabilities.
Patching and Updates
- Stay informed about security updates and patches released by SAP for the affected versions.