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SAP security note 1298160, “Security note: Forbidden program execution possible”, is a program error note released on 08.10.2009. Below are the symptom, SAP recommended solution and the affected software components.
Description
Symptom
You are able to execute undesired source code in the system using a special call of an RFC module.
Solution
Import the Support Package or implement the correction instructions. The corrections do not have an influence on the normal function of the application. We strongly recommend that you implement this note to eliminate this security flaw. We do not assume any responsibility if you omit to implement this note and any damage occurs as a result.
After implementing the solution, attempts to exploit this vulnerability will be logged in the system log with the message: ‘IM 0 Attack from:’ and additional information.
Reason and prerequisites
This problem is caused by a program error.
References
This note refers to
Affected components
- SAP_BASIS from version 700 to 702
- SAP_BASIS from version 710 to 720
Full note on SAP: SAP Support Launchpad note 1298160
Detailed exploitation and proof-of-concept material for this note is maintained in the RedRays Security Platform. For access, contact [email protected].



