SAP security note 1893440, “Elevation of Privileges in SAP Sybase ASE”, is a note released on September 10, 2013. Below are the symptom, SAP recommended solution and the affected software components.
Description
Symptom
An authenticated user can exploit specific commands in SAP Sybase ASE to elevate their privileges within the system, potentially gaining unauthorized access to sensitive data and functions.
Solution
SAP has addressed this vulnerability by releasing updated versions of SAP Sybase ASE. Users are advised to install the fixed versions most appropriate for their production environments:
- SAP Sybase ASE 15.7 SP100
- SAP Sybase ASE 15.7 ESD#4.2
- SAP Sybase ASE 15.5 ESD#5.3
- SAP Sybase ASE 15.0.3 ESD#4.3
After installing the appropriate update, verify the installation by checking the version of SAP Sybase ASE in use.
Reason and prerequisites
The vulnerability arises from a SQL injection flaw that allows attackers to manipulate SQL statements executed by SAP Sybase ASE. By crafting special input strings, an attacker can alter the intended SQL commands to escalate their privileges.
CVSS
Score 8.5 Vector: AV:N/AC:M/AU:S/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected components
- SAP Sybase ASE 15.7 SP100
- SAP Sybase ASE 15.7 ESD#4.2
- SAP Sybase ASE 15.5 ESD#5.3
- SAP Sybase ASE 15.0.3 ESD#4.3
Full note on SAP: SAP Support Launchpad note 1893440
Detailed exploitation and proof-of-concept material for this note is maintained in the RedRays Security Platform. For access, contact [email protected].
