CVE-2020-6270 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2020-6270 affecting SAP NetWeaver AS ABAP (Banking Services) versions 710 to 75E. Find out the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps for this vulnerability.
SAP NetWeaver AS ABAP (Banking Services) versions 710, 711, 740, 750, 751, 752, 75A, 75B, 75C, 75D, 75E are affected by a Missing Authorization Check vulnerability that allows unauthorized changes.
Understanding CVE-2020-6270
This CVE involves a security vulnerability in SAP NetWeaver AS ABAP (Banking Services) that could lead to unauthorized changes due to a Missing Authorization Check.
What is CVE-2020-6270?
SAP NetWeaver AS ABAP (Banking Services) versions 710 to 75E lack necessary authorization checks, enabling malicious users to make unauthorized changes, potentially resulting in incorrect pricing.
The Impact of CVE-2020-6270
The vulnerability allows authenticated users to manipulate individual conditions improperly, leading to incorrect prices and potentially causing financial losses or data integrity issues.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-6270
This section provides more technical insights into the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The Missing Authorization Check in SAP NetWeaver AS ABAP (Banking Services) versions 710 to 75E permits unauthorized users to alter individual conditions, resulting in incorrect pricing.
Affected Systems and Versions
- SAP NetWeaver AS ABAP (Banking Services) versions: 710, 711, 740, 750, 751, 752, 75A, 75B, 75C, 75D, 75E
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability arises from the absence of proper authorization checks, allowing authenticated users to manipulate conditions without appropriate permissions.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protect your systems from this vulnerability by following these steps:
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply relevant security patches provided by SAP.
- Monitor system logs for any unauthorized access or changes.
- Restrict user permissions to essential functions only.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch SAP NetWeaver AS ABAP (Banking Services).
- Conduct security training for users to raise awareness of authorization best practices.
Patching and Updates
Ensure timely installation of security patches and updates to address the Missing Authorization Check vulnerability in SAP NetWeaver AS ABAP (Banking Services).