CVE-2020-6245 : What You Need to Know

SAP Business Objects Business Intelligence Platform, version 4.2, allows an attacker with access to a local instance to inject files or code that can be executed due to Improper Control of Resource Identifiers.

Understanding CVE-2020-6245

This CVE affects SAP Business Objects Business Intelligence Platform versions below 4.2.

What is CVE-2020-6245?

This vulnerability in SAP Business Objects Business Intelligence Platform allows an attacker to inject malicious files or code into the application, leading to potential execution.

The Impact of CVE-2020-6245

The vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 6.5, with high impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The attack complexity is low, but the privileges required are high.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-6245

This section provides more in-depth technical insights into the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability arises from the improper control of resource identifiers in SAP Business Objects Business Intelligence Platform version 4.2.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: SAP Business Objects Business Intelligence Platform
Vendor: SAP SE
Versions Affected: < 4.2

Exploitation Mechanism

The attacker needs access to a local instance to inject files or code for execution within the application.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2020-6245 is crucial to prevent exploitation and maintain security.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by SAP promptly.
Restrict access to local instances to authorized personnel only.
Monitor for any unauthorized file or code injections.

Long-Term Security Practices

Conduct regular security assessments and audits.
Educate users on secure coding practices and potential threats.

Patching and Updates

Regularly update and patch SAP Business Objects Business Intelligence Platform to address known vulnerabilities.