SAP security note 2037197, “Missing authorization check in AP-MD-BP”, is a program error note released on 09.09.2014. Below is the security information published by SAP for this note.
Description
Symptom
An authenticated user can use functions of AP-MD-BP to which access should be restricted. This may result in an escalation of privileges.
Reason and prerequisites
AP-MD-BP does not contain authorization checks for verifying an authenticated user's authorization to access some of its functions. This may result in undesired system behavior.
Solution
Implement the note.
Full note on SAP: SAP Support Launchpad note 2037197
Detailed exploitation and proof-of-concept material for this note is maintained in the RedRays Security Platform. For access, contact [email protected].
