SAP security note 1638258, “Missing authorization check in function group SMLG”, is a note released on April 10, 2012. Below are the symptom, SAP recommended solution and the affected software components.
Description
Symptom
An authenticated user can use functions of function group SMLG to which access should be restricted. This may result in an escalation of privileges.
Solution
Import the Support Package or implement the attached correction instructions.
Reason and prerequisites
The function group SMLG does not contain authorization checks for verifying an authenticated user’s permissions to access some of its functions. This may lead to undesired system behavior.
References
Affected components
- SAP_BASIS 46A to 46D
- SAP_BASIS 610 to 640
- SAP_BASIS 700 to 702
- SAP_BASIS 710 to 730
- SAP_BASIS 731
Full note on SAP: SAP Support Launchpad note 1638258
Detailed exploitation and proof-of-concept material for this note is maintained in the RedRays Security Platform. For access, contact [email protected].
