SAP security note 1463009, "Hard coded credentials in report /RPM/TEST_FRONT_END.". Below are the symptom, SAP recommended solution and the affected software components.
Description
Symptom
The report /RPM/TEST_FRONT_END contains code that changes the program’s behavior when a user successfully authenticates with a certain username. This allows a malicious user to authenticate without their own legitimate credentials, potentially leading to privilege escalation.
Solution
Implement the source code changes provided in SAP Note 1463009 to eliminate the hard-coded credentials and secure the authentication process.
Reason and prerequisites
The vulnerability arises from a hard-coded username-password combination in the program’s source code. This allows a malicious user to log into the system without having been assigned legitimate access by system administrators. If the hard-coded account has higher access rights than the original user, an escalation of privileges may occur.
Affected components
- CPRXRPM: Versions 400 and 450_700
Full note on SAP: SAP Support Launchpad note 1463009
Detailed exploitation and proof-of-concept material for this note is maintained in the RedRays Security Platform. For access, contact [email protected].
