High priority
SAP security note 1896988, "Missing Authorization Check in ST05", is a note released on December 10, 2013. Below are the symptom and SAP recommended solution.
Description
Symptom
An authenticated user can use functions of ST05 to which access should be restricted. This may result in an escalation of privileges.
Solution
Implement the attached coding correction provided in the security note.
Reason and prerequisites
ST05 does not contain authorization checks for verifying an authenticated user’s permissions to access certain functions. This oversight may lead to undesired system behavior and potential privilege escalation.
CVSS
Score 6.0 Vector: AV:N/AC:M/AU:S/C:P/I:P/A:P
Full note on SAP: SAP Support Launchpad note 1896988
Detailed exploitation and proof-of-concept material for this note is maintained in the RedRays Security Platform. For access, contact [email protected].