CVE-2018-2399 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies
Learn about CVE-2018-2399, a Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability in SAP Process Monitoring Infrastructure versions 7.10 to 7.11, 7.20, 7.30, 7.31, 7.40, and 7.50. Find out the impact, affected systems, and mitigation steps.
Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability in SAP Process Monitoring Infrastructure versions 7.10 to 7.11, 7.20, 7.30, 7.31, 7.40, and 7.50 allows for user-controlled input encoding issues.
Understanding CVE-2018-2399
This CVE involves a security vulnerability in SAP Process Monitoring Infrastructure that could lead to Cross-Site Scripting attacks.
What is CVE-2018-2399?
The inefficient encoding of user-controlled inputs in versions 7.10 to 7.11, 7.20, 7.30, 7.31, 7.40, and 7.50 of the Process Monitoring Infrastructure has led to a Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability.
The Impact of CVE-2018-2399
- CVSS Base Score: 6.1 (Medium Severity)
- Attack Vector: Network
- Attack Complexity: Low
- User Interaction: Required
- Scope: Changed
- Confidentiality Impact: Low
- Integrity Impact: Low
- Privileges Required: None
- Availability Impact: None
Technical Details of CVE-2018-2399
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability arises from the inefficient encoding of user-controlled inputs, making the system susceptible to Cross-Site Scripting attacks.
Affected Systems and Versions
- SAP Process Monitoring Infrastructure versions 7.10 to 7.11
- SAP Process Monitoring Infrastructure version 7.20
- SAP Process Monitoring Infrastructure version 7.30
- SAP Process Monitoring Infrastructure version 7.31
- SAP Process Monitoring Infrastructure version 7.40
- SAP Process Monitoring Infrastructure version 7.50
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply the latest security patches provided by SAP.
- Monitor and restrict user inputs to prevent malicious script injections.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch software to address security vulnerabilities.
- Conduct security training for developers to enhance awareness of secure coding practices.
Patching and Updates
- SAP has released security patches to address this vulnerability. Ensure timely installation of these patches.