Advisory

On 12.03.2024 a security relevant correction has been released by SAP SE. The manufacturer resolves an issue within Java.

SAP Note 3433192 addresses "[CVE-2024-22127] Code Injection vulnerability in SAP NetWeaver AS Java (Administrator Log Viewer plug-in)" to prevent code injection with a hot news risk for exploitation.

A workaround does exist, according to SAP Security Advisory team. It is advisable to implement the correction as monthly patch process, the team suggests.

Risk specification

The SAP NetWeaver Administrator AS Java Log Viewer plug-in enables high-privileged users to upload potentially harmful files, leading to command injection vulnerabilities. This could allow attackers to execute critical commands, compromising the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the application.

Solution

After applying of the Note only specific file types can be uploaded. Circumstances exist that prevent the timely installation of a patch provided by the manufacturer. In such cases, you may consider applying the suggested workaround as a temporary or compensating mitigation: "Access NetWeaver Administrator using 'NWA_READONLY' user role instead of 'Administrators' user role.".

Affected System

SAP Netweaver Application Server Java is part of the SAP NetWeaver Application Platform. It provides the complete infrastructure for deploying and running Java applications.

The AS Java Home: SAP Netweaver Application Server Java wiki
A dedicated SAP NetWeaver 7.40 Application Server for Java Security Guide exists.

The advisory is valid for

LMNWABASICAPPS 7.50

Releated advisories

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Notifications

Affected system Java

CVSS 9.1

Component BC-JAS-ADM-LOG

Patch Day2024-03

Released on2024/03/12

SAP Note 3433192

Workaround Yes

Advisory

Risk specification

Solution

Affected System

Disclaimer

_{Affected system}
Java

_CVSS
9.1

_Component
BC-JAS-ADM-LOG

_{Patch Day}
2024-03

_{Released
on}
2024/03/12

_{SAP Note}
3433192

_Workaround
Yes