CVE-2020-6199 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies
Learn about CVE-2020-6199, a vulnerability in SAP ERP and SAP S/4HANA allowing unauthorized manipulation of company certificates. Mitigate risks with security patches and access controls.
A vulnerability in SAP ERP and SAP S/4HANA could allow an unauthorized user to manipulate company certificates.
Understanding CVE-2020-6199
What is CVE-2020-6199?
The vulnerability in SAP ERP and SAP S/4HANA allows an attacker without proper authorization to maintain any company certificate, leading to a Missing Authorization Check.
The Impact of CVE-2020-6199
The vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 5.4, indicating a medium severity issue with low confidentiality and integrity impacts.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-6199
Vulnerability Description
The view FIMENAV_COMPCERT in SAP ERP and SAP S/4HANA lacks proper authorization checks, enabling unauthorized users to manipulate company certificates.
Affected Systems and Versions
- SAP ERP (EAPPGLO) version < 607
- SAP ERP (SAP_FIN) versions < 618, < 730
- SAP S/4HANA (S4CORE) versions < 100, < 101, < 102, < 103, < 104
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability allows attackers to maintain company certificates without the necessary authorization, potentially leading to unauthorized access.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply relevant security patches provided by SAP.
- Restrict access to critical systems and data.
- Monitor and audit certificate management activities.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Implement least privilege access controls.
- Regularly review and update authorization policies.
- Conduct security training for employees on data protection.
Patching and Updates
Ensure timely installation of security patches and updates from SAP to address the vulnerability.