SAP security note 1791940, "Potential modification of persisted data in MDS". Below are the symptom, SAP recommended solution and the affected software components.
Description
Symptom
An attacker can exploit MDS and use specially crafted inputs to modify database commands, resulting in the modification of data persisted by the system.
Solution
Implement the attached Correction Instruction to mitigate the vulnerability and prevent exploitation.
Reason and prerequisites
The issue is caused by an SQL injection vulnerability. The code constructs an SQL statement that includes strings which can be manipulated by an attacker. The altered SQL statement can then be used to modify information in the database.
Affected components
- EA-DFPS 604
- EA-DFPS 605
- EA-DFPS 606
- EA-DFPS 616
Full note on SAP: SAP Support Launchpad note 1791940
Detailed exploitation and proof-of-concept material for this note is maintained in the RedRays Security Platform. For access, contact [email protected].
