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Missing authorization check for calling transactions, SAP security note 1836314

SAP Note 1836314

SAP security note 1836314, "Missing authorization check for calling transactions", is a note. Below are the symptom, SAP recommended solution and the affected software components.

Description

Symptom

An authenticated user can use function modules to call transactions to which access should be restricted. This may result in an escalation of privileges.

Solution

Apply the relevant support package or ABAP correction.

Reason and prerequisites

Certain function modules do not contain authorization checks for verifying an authenticated user’s authorization to call certain transactions. This may result in undesired system behavior.

CVSS

Score 6.0 Vector: AV:N/AC:M/AU:S/C:P/I:P/A:P

Affected components

  • SAP_BASIS: Versions 640 to 740

Full note on SAP: SAP Support Launchpad note 1836314

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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