CVE-2020-6233 : Security Advisory and Response

SAP S/4 HANA (Financial Products Subledger and Banking Services) versions FSAPPL 400, 450, 500 and S4FPSL 100 are affected by a Missing Authorization Check vulnerability that allows authenticated users to run analysis reports, potentially slowing down the system.

Understanding CVE-2020-6233

This CVE identifies a security issue in SAP S/4 HANA affecting specific versions.

What is CVE-2020-6233?

The vulnerability in SAP S/4 HANA allows authenticated users to execute analysis reports due to a Missing Authorization Check, leading to system performance degradation.

The Impact of CVE-2020-6233

The vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 4.3 (Medium severity) and affects the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-6233

SAP S/4 HANA vulnerability details and affected systems.

Vulnerability Description

The issue arises from a Missing Authorization Check, enabling unauthorized report execution by authenticated users.

Affected Systems and Versions

SAP S/4 HANA FSAPPL versions 400, 450, 500
SAP S/4 HANA S4FPSL version 100

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability allows authenticated users to run analysis reports without proper authorization, potentially impacting system performance.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to address and prevent the CVE-2020-6233 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply relevant security patches provided by SAP
Monitor user activities for unauthorized report executions

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly review and update user authorizations
Conduct security training for users to prevent unauthorized actions

Patching and Updates

Install SAP security patches promptly to address the vulnerability