SAP security note 1896785, “Missing authorization check in ST-PI”, is a program error note released on 10.09.2013. Below are the symptom, SAP recommended solution and the affected software components.
Description
Symptom
An authenticated user can use functions of ST-PI to which access should be restricted. This may result in an escalation of privileges.
Solution
Implement the support package or the correction instruction provided in this note.
Reason and prerequisites
Some functions of ST-PI do not contain authorization checks for verifying an authenticated user’s authorization. This may result in undesired system behavior.
CVSS
Score 3.5 Vector: AV:N/AC:M/AU:S/C:P/I:N/A:N
Affected components
- ST-PI (2008_1_620, 2008_1_640, 2008_1_700, 2008_1_710)
Full note on SAP: SAP Support Launchpad note 1896785
Detailed exploitation and proof-of-concept material for this note is maintained in the RedRays Security Platform. For access, contact [email protected].



