CVE-2023-42481 Explained : Impact and Mitigation
Discover the impact of CVE-2023-42481, an Improper Access Control vulnerability in SAP Commerce Cloud versions HY_COM 1905, HY_COM 2005, HY_COM2105, HY_COM 2011, HY_COM 2205, COM_CLOUD 2211. Learn about the risks and necessary security measures.
SAP Commerce Cloud - versions HY_COM 1905, HY_COM 2005, HY_COM2105, HY_COM 2011, HY_COM 2205, COM_CLOUD 2211, a locked B2B user can misuse the forgotten password functionality to un-block his user account again and re-gain access if SAP Commerce Cloud - Composable Storefront is used as storefront, due to weak access controls in place. This leads to a considerable impact on confidentiality and integrity.
Understanding CVE-2023-42481
This CVE involves an Improper Access Control vulnerability in SAP Commerce Cloud that affects multiple versions.
What is CVE-2023-42481?
CVE-2023-42481 highlights a security flaw in SAP Commerce Cloud that allows a locked B2B user to exploit the forgotten password functionality to regain access, posing risks to confidentiality and integrity.
The Impact of CVE-2023-42481
The vulnerability can have severe consequences on data confidentiality and integrity, enabling unauthorized access and potentially compromising sensitive information.
Technical Details of CVE-2023-42481
This section provides additional technical insights into the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows a locked B2B user to misuse the forgotten password feature, leading to unauthorized access and potential data breaches.
Affected Systems and Versions
Versions affected include HY_COM 1905, HY_COM 2005, HY_COM2105, HY_COM 2011, HY_COM 2205, and COM_CLOUD 2211 of SAP Commerce Cloud.
Exploitation Mechanism
Exploiting this vulnerability involves leveraging the weak access controls in place within SAP Commerce Cloud's Composable Storefront feature.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protect your system by following these security measures.
Immediate Steps to Take
Implement immediate security measures to mitigate the risk of unauthorized access and data compromise.
Long-Term Security Practices
Establish robust access controls and security protocols to prevent similar vulnerabilities in the future.
Patching and Updates
Regularly update and patch your SAP Commerce Cloud instance to address known security gaps and vulnerabilities.