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Unauthorized use of application functions in PA-EC, SAP security note 1600585

SAP Note 1600585
SAP Security Note
High priority

SAP security note 1600585, "Unauthorized use of application functions in PA-EC", is a program error note released on 11.10.2011. Below are the symptom and SAP recommended solution.

ComponentPersonnel Management > Enterprise Compensation Management (EA-HRGXX)
CategoryProgram error
PriorityCorrection with high priority
TypeSAP Security Note
Version3
StatusReleased for Customer
Released on11.10.2011
LanguageEnglish

Description

Symptom

A malicious user can execute functions in PA-EC without authentication and authorization.

Solution

Import the relevant Support Package.

Reason and prerequisites

PA-EC executes certain functions by referencing specific URLs. When a malicious user tricks an authenticated user’s browser into making a request containing a specific URL and parameters, the function is executed with the user’s rights. This can be achieved through cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks or by presenting a crafted link to the victim.

References

Full note on SAP: SAP Support Launchpad note 1600585

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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