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Improving URL filter for sap-themeRoot, SAP security note 1240538

SAP Note 1240538
SAP Security Note
Low priority

SAP security note 1240538, “Improving URL filter for sap-themeRoot”, is a program error note released on 08.10.2009. Below are the symptom, SAP recommended solution and the affected software components.

ComponentBasis Components > Middleware > Internet Communication Framework
CategoryProgram error
PriorityCorrection with low priority
TypeSAP Security Note
Version3
StatusReleased for Customer
Released on08.10.2009
LanguageEnglish

Description

Symptom

When the sap-themeRoot parameter is formatted as &sap-themeRoot=//evil.host/, the browser incorrectly treats evil.host as a hostname included in the whitelist. The filter appears to function as expected under these conditions.

Solution

Implement the support package mentioned below to resolve the issue.

Affected components

  • SAP_BASIS: Versions 640 to 640, 700 to 702, 710 to 720

Full note on SAP: SAP Support Launchpad note 1240538

Detailed exploitation and proof-of-concept material for this note is maintained in the RedRays Security Platform. For access, contact [email protected].

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