SAP security note 1502585, "Missing authorization check in search help in Shared Service". Below are the symptom, SAP recommended solution and the affected software components.
Description
Symptom
An authenticated user can use functionality of search help in the Shared Services to which access should be restricted. This can potentially result in an Escalation of Privileges.
Solution
Import the corresponding support package or implement the attached correction instruction.
Reason and prerequisites
Search Help in Shared Services lacks permission checks for an authenticated user’s authorization to access some of its functionality. This may result in undesired system behavior.
Affected components
- SRM_SERVER 701 – 701
Full note on SAP: SAP Support Launchpad note 1502585
Detailed exploitation and proof-of-concept material for this note is maintained in the RedRays Security Platform. For access, contact [email protected].




